How to get from Boston Common to Boston University by subway?

From Boston Common to Boston University by subway

Take one direct subway from Boston Common to Boston University in Brookline: take the GREEN LINE B subway from Arlington station to Amory Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Boston Common may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

25min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Arlington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Arlington
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Boston College
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Amory Street
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston Common to Boston University

The distance between Boston Common, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 2.62 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston Common to Boston University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookline – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Boston Common to Boston University

To check the subway schedule from Boston Common to Boston University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston Common) and destination (Boston University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston Common to Boston University?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston Common and Boston University?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Boston Common in Boston to Boston University in Brookline in 25 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston Common to Boston University?

    The GREEN LINE B subway line goes from Arlington station near Boston Common in Boston to Amory Street station near Boston University in Brookline.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston Common to Boston University by subway?

    The total travel time between Boston Common in Boston and Boston University in Brookline by subway is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston Common to get to Boston University?

    Get on the GREEN LINE B subway from the Arlington station near Boston Common in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston Common and Boston University?

    Get off the subway at the Amory Street station, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

  • When is the first bus from Boston Common to Boston University?

    The first bus from Boston Common in Boston to Boston University in Brookline is Kenmore - Watertown Yard. It leaves the Saint James Ave @ Arlington St stop at 1:11 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Boston Common to Boston University?

    The first subway from Boston Common in Boston to Boston University in Brookline is Green Line B. It leaves the Arlington station at 1:50 AM.

  • When is the first train from Boston Common to Boston University?

    The first train from Boston Common in Boston to Boston University in Brookline is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 12:50 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston Common to Boston University?

    The ride from Boston Common to Boston University costs $2.40.

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