How to get from Universal Rd + Main to North Side by bus?

From Universal Rd + Main to North Side by bus

To get from Universal Rd + Main to North Side in Pittsburgh, take the 77 bus from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd station to Liberty Ave + Fifth Ave station. Next, take the 8 bus from Liberty Ave + 6th St station to Federal St + Hemlock St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $5.50. The bus schedule from Universal Rd + Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to North Side on the Moovit app.

96min$5.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7777
Bus - 88
Walk to North Side
Leaves from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd
    ID 14753
    0.75 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Inbound-Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Liberty Ave + Fifth Ave
    ID 11186
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Liberty Ave + 6th St
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Outbound-West View
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Federal St + Hemlock St
    ID 19577
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to North Side
    Walk to
    North Side
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Universal Rd + Main to North Side by bus via 77, P78 and 15

To get from Universal Rd + Main to North Side in Pittsburgh, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 77 bus from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd station to Frankstown Rd + Coal Hollow Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the P78 bus and finally take the 15 bus from East Busway + Penn Station C station to North Ave + Arch St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus schedule from Universal Rd + Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to North Side on the Moovit app.

88min$8.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7777
Bus - P78P78
Bus - 1515
Walk to North Side
Leaves from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd
    ID 14753
    0.75 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Inbound-Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Frankstown Rd + Coal Hollow Rd
    ID 14396
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Laketon Rd + Nelbon
    ID 7600
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - P78P78
    Wait for bus
    P78
    Inbound-Downtown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Busway + Penn Station C
    ID 1407
    26 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Outbound-Summer Hill
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Ave + Arch St
    ID 1587
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to North Side
    Walk to
    North Side
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Universal Rd + Main to North Side

The distance between Universal Rd + Main, Pittsburgh and North Side, Pittsburgh is approximately 18.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Universal Rd + Main to North Side by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Pittsburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Universal Rd + Main to North Side

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Universal Rd + Main to North Side by bus via 77, P78 and 15

To get from Universal Rd + Main to North Side in Pittsburgh, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 77 bus from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd station to Frankstown Rd + Coal Hollow Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the P78 bus and finally take the 15 bus from East Busway + Penn Station C station to North Ave + Arch St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus schedule from Universal Rd + Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to North Side on the Moovit app.

88min$8.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7777
Bus - P78P78
Bus - 1515
Walk to North Side
Leaves from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd
    ID 14753
    0.75 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Inbound-Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Frankstown Rd + Coal Hollow Rd
    ID 14396
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Laketon Rd + Nelbon
    ID 7600
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - P78P78
    Wait for bus
    P78
    Inbound-Downtown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Busway + Penn Station C
    ID 1407
    26 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Outbound-Summer Hill
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Ave + Arch St
    ID 1587
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to North Side
    Walk to
    North Side
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Universal Rd + Main to North Side?

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Bus line 77, Bus line 8.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Universal Rd + Main to North Side?

    The alternative route takes 88 minutes, using Bus line 77, Bus line P78, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Universal Rd + Main and North Side in Pittsburgh?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Universal Rd + Main to North Side in Pittsburgh?

    The 77 bus line goes from Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd station near Universal Rd + Main to Inbound-Downtown station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Inbound-Downtown station near North Side in Pittsburgh.

  • How long does it take to travel from Universal Rd + Main to North Side in Pittsburgh by bus?

    The total travel time between Universal Rd + Main and North Side in Pittsburgh by bus is about 1 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Universal Rd + Main to get to North Side in Pittsburgh?

    Get on the 77 bus from the Saltsburg Rd + Tilford Rd stop near Universal Rd + Main in Pittsburgh.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Universal Rd + Main and North Side in Pittsburgh?

    Get off the bus at the Inbound-Downtown stop, which is closest to North Side in Pittsburgh.

  • How much is the bus fare from Universal Rd + Main to North Side?

    The ride from Universal Rd + Main to North Side costs $5.50.

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