How to get from Hersey to Brandeis University by bus and train?

From Hersey to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Hersey to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NEEDHAM train from Hersey station to Back Bay - South End 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 42 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Hersey may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

102min$15.50
Train - NEEDHAM
Bus - 504504
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Hersey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hersey
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    28 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
    9 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
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Hersey to Brandeis University by subway and train

To get from Hersey to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the NEEDHAM train from Hersey station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $16.40. The bus and train schedule from Hersey may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

109min$16.40
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Hersey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hersey
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    34 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 min
  • 6
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #1411 | Littleton/Route 495
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    15 min
  • 8
    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 Hersey to Brandeis University

The distance between Hersey, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 23.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 102 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hersey 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 Hersey to Brandeis University

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

To get from Hersey to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the NEEDHAM train from Hersey station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $16.40. The bus and train schedule from Hersey may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

109min$16.40
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Hersey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hersey
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    34 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 min
  • 6
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #1411 | Littleton/Route 495
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    15 min
  • 8
    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 Hersey to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 102 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Bus line 504, Bus line 553.

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

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct train between Hersey 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 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hersey to Brandeis University?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from #620 | South Station station near Hersey in Needham to Back Bay - South End station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Back Bay - South End station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The total travel time between Hersey in Needham and Brandeis University in Waltham by train and bus is about 1 hr 42 min.

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

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the #620 | South Station station near Hersey in Needham.

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

    Get off the train at the Back Bay - South End stop, which is closest to Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The ride from Hersey to Brandeis University costs $15.50.

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