How to get from Forest Hills to Tufts University by subway?

From Forest Hills to Tufts University by subway

Take one direct subway from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston: take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Tufts Medical Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

21min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Tufts Medical Center
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    Nassau Street
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Forest Hills to Tufts University by bus

To get from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston, take the 42 bus from Forest Hills station to Nubian station. Next, take the SL5 bus from Nubian station to Washington St @ Tufts Med Ctr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

43min$3.40
Bus - 4242
Bus - SL5SL5
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Nubian
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    19 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Downtown
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Tufts Med Ctr
    ID 6565
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    Nassau Street
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Tufts University

The distance between Forest Hills, Boston and Tufts University, Boston is approximately 4.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills to Tufts University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Forest Hills to Tufts University

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

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From Forest Hills to Tufts University by bus

To get from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston, take the 42 bus from Forest Hills station to Nubian station. Next, take the SL5 bus from Nubian station to Washington St @ Tufts Med Ctr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

43min$3.40
Bus - 4242
Bus - SL5SL5
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Nubian
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    19 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Downtown
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Tufts Med Ctr
    ID 6565
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    Nassau Street
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 42, Bus line SL5.

  • Is there a direct subway between Forest Hills and Tufts University in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston in 21 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Forest Hills station near Forest Hills to Oak Grove station near Tufts University in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills and Tufts University in Boston by subway is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Forest Hills to get to Tufts University in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Forest Hills station near Forest Hills in Boston.

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

    Get off the subway at the Oak Grove station, which is closest to Tufts University in Boston.

  • When is the first train from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston?

    The first train from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston is Needham. It leaves the Forest Hills station at 12:31 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston?

    The first subway from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Boston is Orange Line. It leaves the Forest Hills station at 7:06 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The ride from Forest Hills to Tufts University costs $2.40.

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