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

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 bus and train schedule from Braintree may change. We recommend you check the updated bus 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
    330 yd • 4 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 27.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 117 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Braintree 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 Braintree to Brandeis University

To check the bus 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 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way 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 one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 57 min.

  • Which train line goes from Braintree to Brandeis University?

    The KINGSTON train line goes from South Station station near Braintree in Braintree Town to Otis St @ Summer St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Otis St @ Summer St station near Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The total travel time between Braintree in Braintree Town and Brandeis University in Waltham by train and bus is about 1 hr 57 min.

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

    Get on the KINGSTON train from the 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 Otis St @ Summer St stop, which is closest to Brandeis University in Waltham.

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

    The ride from Braintree to Brandeis University costs $15.50.

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