How to get from Boston University to Lechmere Station by bus and subway?

From Boston University to Lechmere Station by bus and subway

To get from Boston University to Lechmere Station in Cambridge, take the 85 bus from Commonwealth Ave @ University Rd station to Union Square - Prospect St @ Union Sq Station station. Next, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Union Square station to Lechmere station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Boston University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Lechmere Station on the Moovit app.

37min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8585
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Walk to Lechmere Station
Leaves from Commonwealth Ave @ University Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Commonwealth Ave @ University Rd
    ID 1810
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Assembly
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square - Prospect St @ Union Sq Station
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Union Square
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    North Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lechmere
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lechmere Station
    Walk to
    Lechmere Station
    Cambridge St
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston University to Lechmere Station

The distance between Boston University, Cambridge and Lechmere Station, Cambridge is approximately 4.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston University to Lechmere Station by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Boston University to Lechmere Station

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston University to Lechmere Station?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 85, Subway line GREEN LINE D.

  • Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Lechmere Station?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Boston University to Lechmere Station?

    The 85 bus line goes from Commonwealth Ave @ University Rd station near Boston University in Brookline to Union Square - Prospect St @ Union Sq Station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Union Square - Prospect St @ Union Sq Station near Lechmere Station in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston University to Lechmere Station by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Boston University in Brookline and Lechmere Station in Cambridge by bus and subway is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Boston University to get to Lechmere Station?

    Get on the 85 bus from the Commonwealth Ave @ University Rd stop near Boston University in Brookline.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Boston University and Lechmere Station?

    Get off the bus at the Union Square - Prospect St @ Union Sq Station, which is closest to Lechmere Station in Cambridge.

  • How much is the bus fare from Boston University to Lechmere Station?

    The ride from Boston University to Lechmere Station costs $2.40.

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