How to get from Route 128 to Brandeis University by bus and train?

From Route 128 to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Route 128 to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Route 128 station to Back Bay station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 504 bus and finally 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 32 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Route 128 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

92min$15.50
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 504504
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Route 128

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Route 128
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #920 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 504504
    Wait for bus
    504
    Watertown Via Copley And Newton Corner (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    8 min
  • 7
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Route 128 to Brandeis University by bus and train via PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, 505 and 553

To get from Route 128 to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Route 128 station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 505 bus and finally take the 553 bus from Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Route 128 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

118min$15.50
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 505505
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Route 128

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Route 128
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #818 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd
    ID 7659
    22 min
  • 7
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    20 min
  • 9
    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 Route 128 to Brandeis University

The distance between Route 128, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 23.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Route 128 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 Route 128 to Brandeis University

To check the bus and train schedule from Route 128 to Brandeis University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Route 128) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Route 128 to Brandeis University by bus and train via PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, 505 and 553

To get from Route 128 to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Route 128 station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 505 bus and finally take the 553 bus from Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Route 128 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

118min$15.50
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 505505
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Route 128

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Route 128
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #818 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd
    ID 7659
    22 min
  • 7
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    20 min
  • 9
    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 Route 128 to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 504, Bus line 553.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Route 128 to Brandeis University?

    The alternative route takes 118 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 505, Bus line 553.

  • Is there a direct train between Route 128 and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Route 128 to Brandeis University?

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station near Route 128 in Boston to Washington St @ Bacon St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Washington St @ Bacon St station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Route 128 to Brandeis University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Route 128 in Boston and Brandeis University in Waltham by train and bus is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Route 128 to get to Brandeis University?

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station near Route 128 in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Route 128 and Brandeis University?

    Get off the train at the Washington St @ Bacon St stop, which is closest to Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How much is the train fare from Route 128 to Brandeis University?

    The ride from Route 128 to Brandeis University costs $15.50.

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