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How to get from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University by subway and train?

From South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University by subway and train

To get from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the RED LINE subway from South Station 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 53 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

53min$9.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 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 South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the 505 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Moody St @ Carter St station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Waltham station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $7.00. The subway and train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

64min$7.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 505505
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    3 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 South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University

The distance between South Station Bus Terminal, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 13.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station Bus Terminal 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 South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University

To check the subway and train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station Bus Terminal) 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.

From South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the 505 bus from Chinatown Gate station to Moody St @ Carter St station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Waltham station to Brandeis/Roberts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $7.00. The subway and train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

64min$7.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 505505
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Chinatown Gate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chinatown Gate
    ID 6555
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brandeis/Roberts
    3 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 South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University?

    The alternative route takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 505, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station Bus Terminal and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station station near South Station Bus Terminal in Boston to Alewife station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Alewife station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University by subway and train?

    The total travel time between South Station Bus Terminal in Boston and Brandeis University in Waltham by subway and train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station Bus Terminal to get to Brandeis University?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station station near South Station Bus Terminal in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station Bus Terminal and Brandeis University?

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

  • When is the first train from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University?

    The first train from South Station Bus Terminal in Boston to Brandeis University in Waltham is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station station at 1:40 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University?

    The ride from South Station Bus Terminal to Brandeis University costs $9.40.