How to get from Back Bay to Brandeis University by subway and train?

From Back Bay to Brandeis University by subway and train

To get from Back Bay to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to North Station station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

62min$9.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Fitchburg
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    25 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Back Bay to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Walnut St station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

79min$10.75
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Back Bay

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #521 | Worcester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Walnut St
    ID 7645
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    29 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Brandeis University

The distance between Back Bay, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 13.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay 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 Back Bay to Brandeis University

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

To get from Back Bay to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Walnut St station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

79min$10.75
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Back Bay

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #521 | Worcester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Walnut St
    ID 7645
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    29 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Back Bay to Brandeis University?

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 553.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay and Brandeis University?

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

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay to Brandeis University?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The total travel time between Back Bay in Boston and Brandeis University in Waltham by subway and train is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay to get to Brandeis University?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay and Brandeis University?

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

  • When is the last train from Back Bay to Brandeis University?

    The last train from Back Bay in Boston to Brandeis University in Waltham is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the Back Bay station at 7:51 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay to Brandeis University?

    The ride from Back Bay to Brandeis University costs $9.40.

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