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How to get from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University by bus?

From Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University by bus

To get from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University in Medford, take the 86 bus from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave 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 53 min. The ride fare is $3.40. The bus schedule from Chestnut Hill Ave. may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

53min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8686
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 1029
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    28 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

From Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the GREEN LINE B subway from Chestnut Hill Ave. station to Harvard Ave. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 66 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 $5.80. The bus schedule from Chestnut Hill Ave. may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

57min$5.80
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Bus - 6666
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Chestnut Hill Ave.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Chestnut Hill Ave.
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Ave.
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard Ave @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 1378
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Harvard Via Allston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    24 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    15 min
  • 9
    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 Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University

The distance between Chestnut Hill Ave., Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 6.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chestnut Hill Ave. 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 Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University

To check the bus schedule from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chestnut Hill Ave.) 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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From Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the GREEN LINE B subway from Chestnut Hill Ave. station to Harvard Ave. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 66 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 $5.80. The bus schedule from Chestnut Hill Ave. may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

57min$5.80
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Bus - 6666
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Chestnut Hill Ave.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Chestnut Hill Ave.
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Ave.
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard Ave @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 1378
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Harvard Via Allston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    24 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    15 min
  • 9
    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 Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 86, Bus line 96.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, Bus line 66, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chestnut Hill Ave. and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University?

    The 86 bus line goes from Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave station near Chestnut Hill Ave. in Boston 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 Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University by bus?

    The total travel time between Chestnut Hill Ave. in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by bus is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chestnut Hill Ave. to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave stop near Chestnut Hill Ave. in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chestnut Hill Ave. 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 Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University?

    The ride from Chestnut Hill Ave. to Tufts University costs $3.40.

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