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How to get from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University by bus and train?

From Union St & Common St to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 5 bus from Common Street & Union Street station to Mcg H station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HAVERHILL train and finally take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $17.50. The bus and train schedule from Union St & Common St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

174min$17.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 55
Train - HAVERHILL
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Common Street & Union Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Common Street & Union Street
    ID 8903486
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcg H
    ID 11109724
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lawrence
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #224 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    64 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    710 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University

The distance between Union St & Common St, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 38.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 174 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 174 minutes, using Bus line 5, Train line HAVERHILL, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union St & Common St and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University?

    The 5 bus line goes from Common Street & Union Street station near Union St & Common St in Lawrence to Mcg H station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Mcg H station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Union St & Common St in Lawrence and Brandeis University in Waltham by bus and train is about 2 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union St & Common St to get to Brandeis University?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Common Street & Union Street stop near Union St & Common St in Lawrence.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union St & Common St and Brandeis University?

    Get off the bus at the Mcg H station, which is closest to Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University?

    The ride from Union St & Common St to Brandeis University costs $17.50.

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