How to get from Boston University to Northeastern University by bus and subway?

From Boston University to Northeastern University by bus and subway

To get from Boston University to Northeastern University in Boston, take the GREEN LINE B subway from Boston Univ. East station to Copley station. Next, take the 39 bus from Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station to Huntington Ave @ Opera Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 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 Northeastern University on the Moovit app.

26min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Bus - 3939
Walk to Northeastern University
Leaves from Boston Univ. East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Boston Univ. East
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Copley
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3939
    Wait for bus
    39
    Forest Hills
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington Ave @ Opera Pl
    ID 41391
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northeastern University
    Walk to
    Northeastern University
    360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston University to Northeastern University

The distance between Boston University, Boston and Northeastern University, Boston is approximately 2.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston University to Northeastern University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Boston University to Northeastern University

To check the bus and subway schedule from Boston University to Northeastern University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston University) and destination (Northeastern University), 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 Northeastern University?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, Bus line 39.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston University and Northeastern University in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 26 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston University to Northeastern University in Boston?

    The GREEN LINE B subway line goes from Boston Univ. East station near Boston University to Copley station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Copley station near Northeastern University in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Boston University and Northeastern University in Boston by subway and bus is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston University to get to Northeastern University in Boston?

    Get on the GREEN LINE B subway from the Boston Univ. East station near Boston University in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston University and Northeastern University in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Copley stop, which is closest to Northeastern University in Boston.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston University to Northeastern University?

    The ride from Boston University to Northeastern University costs $2.40.

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