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How to get from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University by bus and train?

From Wellesley Square to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to West Newton station. Next, take the 553 bus from Washington St @ Cherry St station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $7.50. The bus and train schedule from Wellesley Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

50min$7.50
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley Square
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #1522 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    West Newton
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Cherry St
    ID 7651
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University by bus and train via FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER and 556

To get from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 556 bus from Walnut St @ Washington St station to Crescent St @ Maple St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Wellesley Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

64min$7.75
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 556556
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley Square
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #1522 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crescent St @ Maple St
    ID 7845
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    1.23 mi • 26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University

The distance between Wellesley Square, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 10.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wellesley Square 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 Wellesley Square to Brandeis University

To check the bus and train schedule from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Wellesley Square) 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 Wellesley Square to Brandeis University by bus and train via FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER and 556

To get from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University in Waltham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 556 bus from Walnut St @ Washington St station to Crescent St @ Maple St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Wellesley Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

64min$7.75
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 556556
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley Square
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #1522 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Washington St
    ID 8167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 556556
    Wait for bus
    556
    Waltham Highlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crescent St @ Maple St
    ID 7845
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Brandeis University
    Walk to
    Brandeis University
    415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
    1.23 mi • 26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 553.

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

    The alternative route takes 64 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 556.

  • Is there a direct train between Wellesley Square and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University?

    The FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train line goes from #1522 | South Station station near Wellesley Square in Wellesley to West Newton station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till West Newton station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The total travel time between Wellesley Square in Wellesley and Brandeis University in Waltham by train and bus is about 50 min.

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

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the #1522 | South Station station near Wellesley Square in Wellesley.

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

    Get off the train at the West Newton stop, which is closest to Brandeis University in Waltham.

  • When is the first train from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University?

    The first train from Wellesley Square in Wellesley to Brandeis University in Waltham is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Wellesley Square station at 1:09 AM.

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

    The ride from Wellesley Square to Brandeis University costs $7.50.

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