How to get from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University by bus and subway?

From O'Brien Towers to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 216 bus from O'Brien Towers station to 565 Sea St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 216 bus and finally take the RED LINE subway from Quincy Center station to Davis Sq. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from O'Brien Towers may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

85min$2.40
Bus - 216216
Bus - 216216
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from O'Brien Towers

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    O'Brien Towers
  • 2
    Bus - 216216
    Wait for bus
    216
    Houghs Neck Via Germantown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    565 Sea St
    ID 3249
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    576 Sea St
    ID 3279
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 216216
    Wait for bus
    216
    Quincy Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Quincy Center
    11 min
  • 7
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    40 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    0.83 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University

The distance between O'Brien Towers, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 17.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University

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

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 216, Bus line 216, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between O'Brien Towers and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University?

    The 216 bus line goes from 565 Sea St station near O'Brien Towers in Quincy to 576 Sea St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till 576 Sea St station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between O'Brien Towers in Quincy and Tufts University in Medford by bus and subway is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near O'Brien Towers to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the 216 bus from the 565 Sea St stop near O'Brien Towers in Quincy.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between O'Brien Towers and Tufts University?

    Get off the bus at the 576 Sea St station, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University?

    The ride from O'Brien Towers to Tufts University costs $2.40.

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