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How to get from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University by subway and train?

From Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University by subway and train

To get from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Boston (South Station) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

54min$9.40
Walk to subway stationSubway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    760 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University by bus

To get from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the 504 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The subway and train schedule from Boston (South Station) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

72min$8.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 504504
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University

The distance between Boston (South Station), Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 13.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University

To check the subway and train schedule from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston (South Station)) and destination (Brandeis University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, 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 and train schedules.

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From Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University by bus

To get from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the 504 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Washington St @ Bacon St station. Next, take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The subway and train schedule from Boston (South Station) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

72min$8.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 504504
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University?

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 504, Bus line 553.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston (South Station) and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station station near Boston (South Station) in Boston to Alewife station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Alewife station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Boston (South Station) in Boston and Brandeis University in Waltham by subway and train is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston (South Station) to get to Brandeis University?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station station near Boston (South Station) in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston (South Station) and Brandeis University?

    Get off the subway at the Alewife station, which is closest to Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • When is the first train from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University?

    The first train from Boston (South Station) in Boston to Brandeis University in Waltham is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station station at 1:40 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University?

    The ride from Boston (South Station) to Brandeis University costs $9.40.

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