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How to get from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University by bus?

From Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University by bus

To get from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University in Medford, take the 71 bus from Watertown Sq Terminal station to Harvard station. Next, take the 96 bus from Harvard station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Watertown Sq Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

44min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7171
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Watertown Sq Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watertown Sq Terminal
    ID 18178
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    21 min
  • 4
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University by bus via 70, 86 and 96

To get from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 70 bus from Main St @ Cross St station to Western Ave @ Mackin St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 86 bus and finally take the 96 bus from Harvard station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $5.10. The bus schedule from Watertown Sq Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

57min$5.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 8686
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Main St @ Cross St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main St @ Cross St
    ID 8297
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    University Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Ave @ Mackin St
    ID 1043
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    14 min
  • 6
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    15 min
  • 8
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University

The distance between Watertown Sq Terminal, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 6.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Watertown Sq Terminal 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 Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University

To check the bus schedule from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Watertown Sq Terminal) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University by bus via 70, 86 and 96

To get from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 70 bus from Main St @ Cross St station to Western Ave @ Mackin St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 86 bus and finally take the 96 bus from Harvard station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $5.10. The bus schedule from Watertown Sq Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

57min$5.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 8686
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Main St @ Cross St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main St @ Cross St
    ID 8297
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    University Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Ave @ Mackin St
    ID 1043
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    14 min
  • 6
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    15 min
  • 8
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 71, Bus line 96.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 70, Bus line 86, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct bus between Watertown Sq Terminal and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University?

    The 71 bus line goes from Watertown Sq Terminal station near Watertown Sq Terminal in Watertown Town to Harvard station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Harvard station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University by bus?

    The total travel time between Watertown Sq Terminal in Watertown Town and Tufts University in Medford by bus is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Watertown Sq Terminal to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the 71 bus from the Watertown Sq Terminal stop near Watertown Sq Terminal in Watertown Town.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Watertown Sq Terminal and Tufts University?

    Get off the bus at the Harvard stop, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • How much is the bus fare from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University?

    The ride from Watertown Sq Terminal to Tufts University costs $3.40.

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