How to get from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University by bus?

From Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University by bus

To get from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University in Medford, take the 87 bus from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq station to Mcgrath Hwy @ Medford St station. Next, take the 80 bus from Mcgrath Hwy @ Poplar St station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

27min$3.40
Bus - 8787
Bus - 8080
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Union Sq
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Lechmere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcgrath Hwy @ Medford St
    ID 2600
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mcgrath Hwy @ Poplar St
    ID 2607
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Arlington Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University

The distance between Somerville Ave @ Union Sq, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 3.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University

To check the bus schedule from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Somerville Ave @ Union Sq) and destination (Tufts University), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Bus line 87, Bus line 80.

  • Is there a direct bus between Somerville Ave @ Union Sq and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University?

    The 87 bus line goes from Mcgrath Hwy @ Medford St station near Somerville Ave @ Union Sq in Somerville to Mcgrath Hwy @ Poplar St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mcgrath Hwy @ Poplar St station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University by bus?

    The total travel time between Somerville Ave @ Union Sq in Somerville and Tufts University in Medford by bus is about 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the 87 bus from the Mcgrath Hwy @ Medford St stop near Somerville Ave @ Union Sq in Somerville.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Somerville Ave @ Union Sq and Tufts University?

    Get off the bus at the Mcgrath Hwy @ Poplar St stop, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • When is the first subway from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University?

    The first subway from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq in Somerville to Tufts University in Medford is Green Line E. It leaves the East Somerville Station station at 12:49 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University?

    The ride from Somerville Ave @ Union Sq to Tufts University costs $3.40.

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