How to get from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University by bus and train?

From Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University by bus and train

To get from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 558 bus from Commonwealth Ave Opp Marriott station to Moody St @ Carter St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the 96 bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $8.70. The bus and train schedule from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

52min$8.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 558558
Train - FITCHBURG
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Commonwealth Ave Opp Marriott

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Commonwealth Ave Opp Marriott
    ID 7829
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Porter
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    9 min
  • 10
    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 Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University

The distance between Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 11.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 558, Train line FITCHBURG, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct bus between Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University?

    The 558 bus line goes from Commonwealth Ave Opp Marriott station near Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott in Newton to Moody St @ Carter St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Moody St @ Carter St station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott in Newton and Tufts University in Medford by bus and train is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the 558 bus from the Commonwealth Ave Opp Marriott stop near Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott in Newton.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott and Tufts University?

    Get off the bus at the Moody St @ Carter St stop, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University?

    The ride from Commonwealth Ave @ Marriott to Tufts University costs $8.70.

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