How to get from Braintree to Brandeis University by subway and train?

From Braintree to Brandeis University by subway and train

To get from Braintree to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD train from Braintree 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 26 min. The ride fare is $16.40. The subway and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

86min$16.40
Train - FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Braintree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Braintree
  • 2
    Train - FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORDFALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD
    Wait for train
    FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD
    #2016 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    26 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

From Braintree to Brandeis University by bus and train

To get from Braintree to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the KINGSTON train from Braintree station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 505 bus and finally take the 553 bus from Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The subway and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

117min$15.50
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - 505505
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Braintree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Braintree
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd
    ID 7659
    22 min
  • 7
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    20 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
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Public transit directions from Braintree to Brandeis University

The distance between Braintree, Waltham and Brandeis University, Waltham is approximately 24.1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Braintree 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 Braintree to Brandeis University

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

To get from Braintree to Brandeis University in Waltham, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the KINGSTON train from Braintree station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 505 bus and finally take the 553 bus from Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd station to South St @ Brandeis University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The subway and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Brandeis University on the Moovit app.

117min$15.50
Train - KINGSTON
Bus - 505505
Bus - 553553
Walk to Brandeis University
Leaves from Braintree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Braintree
  • 2
    Train - KINGSTONKINGSTON
    Wait for train
    KINGSTON
    #1012 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Waltham (Express)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lexington St @ Whitlowe Rd
    ID 7659
    22 min
  • 7
    Bus - 553553
    Wait for bus
    553
    Roberts
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St @ Brandeis University
    ID 88344
    20 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Train line FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD, Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Train line KINGSTON, Bus line 505, Bus line 553.

  • Is there a direct train between Braintree and Brandeis University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Braintree to Brandeis University?

    The FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD train line goes from #2016 | South Station station near Braintree in Braintree Town to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till South Station station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The total travel time between Braintree in Braintree Town and Brandeis University in Waltham by train and subway is about 1 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD train from the #2016 | South Station station near Braintree in Braintree Town.

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

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

  • How much is the total train and subway fare from Braintree to Brandeis University?

    The ride from Braintree to Brandeis University costs $16.40.

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