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How to get from Harvard Square to Brandeis University by subway and train?

From Harvard Square to Brandeis University by subway and train

To get from Harvard Square to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square 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 33 min. The ride fare is $9.40.

33min$9.40
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Harvard Square
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    3 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
    710 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Harvard Square to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Harvard Square to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the 73 bus from Harvard station to Waverley station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Waverley station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $4.95.

46min$4.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7373
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Waverley
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waverley
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waverley
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    8 min
  • 7
    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 Harvard Square to Brandeis University

The distance between Harvard Square, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 9.36 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square 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.

Public transit stations close to Harvard Square

Harvard Square is located at Harvard Square, Waltham and the nearest public transit station is Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St.

Subway stations close to Harvard Square:

  • Babcock Street
  • Central
  • Union Square

Train stations close to Harvard Square:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Harvard Square:

  • Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St
  • Harvard - Massachusetts Ave Opp Linden St
  • Quincy St @ Harvard St

Public transit stations close to Brandeis University, Waltham

Brandeis University is located at 415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA, Waltham and the nearest public transit station is Weston St @ Cedarwood Ave.

Train stations close to Brandeis University:

  • Waltham
  • Kendal Green
  • Brandeis/Roberts

Bus stations close to Brandeis University:

  • Weston St @ Cedarwood Ave
  • Tavern Rd @ Weston St
  • South St @ Dartmouth St

Related Routes

From Harvard Square to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Harvard Square to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the 73 bus from Harvard station to Waverley station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Waverley station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $4.95.

46min$4.95
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7373
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Waverley
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waverley
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waverley
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    710 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard Square to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Harvard Square to Brandeis University?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 73, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Brandeis University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Harvard Square in Cambridge to Porter station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Porter station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Brandeis University by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Brandeis University in Waltham by subway and train is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard Square to get to Brandeis University?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Harvard Square and Brandeis University?

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

  • When is the first train from Harvard Square to Brandeis University?

    The first train from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Brandeis University in Waltham is Fitchburg. It leaves the Porter station at 12:50 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Harvard Square to Brandeis University?

    The ride from Harvard Square to Brandeis University costs $9.40.

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