How to get from Union Square to Northeastern University by bus and subway?

From Union Square to Northeastern University by bus and subway

To get from Union Square to Northeastern University in Boston, take the 87 bus from Somerville Ave @ Hawkins St station to Lechmere station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Lechmere station to Northeastern University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Northeastern University on the Moovit app.

50min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Northeastern University
Leaves from Somerville Ave @ Hawkins St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Hawkins St
    ID 2510
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Lechmere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lechmere
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Lechmere
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Heath Street
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Northeastern University
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northeastern University
    Walk to
    Northeastern University
    360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Square to Northeastern University

The distance between Union Square, Boston and Northeastern University, Boston is approximately 5.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square 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 Union Square to Northeastern University

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

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 87, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Square and Northeastern University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Square to Northeastern University?

    The 87 bus line goes from Somerville Ave @ Hawkins St station near Union Square in Somerville to Lechmere station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Lechmere station near Northeastern University in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Union Square in Somerville and Northeastern University in Boston by bus and subway is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Square to get to Northeastern University?

    Get on the 87 bus from the Somerville Ave @ Hawkins St stop near Union Square in Somerville.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Square and Northeastern University?

    Get off the bus at the Lechmere station, which is closest to Northeastern University in Boston.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union Square to Northeastern University?

    The ride from Union Square to Northeastern University costs $2.40.

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