How to get from West Medford to Brandeis University by train?

From West Medford to Brandeis University by train

To get from West Medford to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the LOWELL train from West Medford 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 $7.00. The train schedule from West Medford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

62min$7.00
Train - LOWELL
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from West Medford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    West Medford
  • 2
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #316 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    25 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 West Medford to Brandeis University by bus, subway and train

To get from West Medford to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one bus line, one subway line and one train line: take the 80 bus from Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave station to College Ave @ Powder House Sq 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 55 min. The ride fare is $11.10. The train schedule from West Medford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

55min$11.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8080
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave
    ID 2369
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Lechmere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Powder House Sq
    ID 2381
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    2 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    15 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 West Medford to Brandeis University

The distance between West Medford, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 17.25 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West Medford to Brandeis University by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from West Medford to Brandeis University

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

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From West Medford to Brandeis University by bus, subway and train

To get from West Medford to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one bus line, one subway line and one train line: take the 80 bus from Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave station to College Ave @ Powder House Sq 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 55 min. The ride fare is $11.10. The train schedule from West Medford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

55min$11.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8080
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave
    ID 2369
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Lechmere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Powder House Sq
    ID 2381
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    2 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    15 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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from West Medford to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Train line LOWELL, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 80, Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct train between West Medford and Brandeis University?

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

  • Which train line goes from West Medford to Brandeis University?

    The LOWELL train line goes from #316 | North Station station near West Medford in Medford 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 West Medford to Brandeis University by train?

    The total travel time between West Medford in Medford and Brandeis University in Waltham by train is about 1 hr 2 min.

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

    Get on the LOWELL train from the #316 | North Station station near West Medford in Medford.

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

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

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

    The ride from West Medford to Brandeis University costs $7.00.

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