How to get from Boston College to Tufts University" by subway?

From Boston College to Tufts University" by subway

To get from Boston College to Tufts University" in Medford, take the GREEN LINE B subway from Boston College station to Government Center station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Government Center station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Boston College may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University" on the Moovit app.

79min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University"
Leaves from Boston College

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Boston College
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Government Center
    47 min
  • 4
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University"
    Walk to
    Tufts University"
    419 Boston Ave
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Boston College to Tufts University" by bus and subway

To get from Boston College to Tufts University" in Medford, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the GREEN LINE B subway from Boston College station to Chestnut Hill Ave. 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 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $5.80. The subway schedule from Boston College may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University" on the Moovit app.

64min$5.80
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Bus - 8686
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University"
Leaves from Boston College

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Boston College
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Chestnut Hill Ave.
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 1029
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    28 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"
    419 Boston Ave
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston College to Tufts University"

The distance between Boston College, Medford and Tufts University", Medford is approximately 11.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston College to Tufts University" by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Boston College to Tufts University"

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

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From Boston College to Tufts University" by bus and subway

To get from Boston College to Tufts University" in Medford, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the GREEN LINE B subway from Boston College station to Chestnut Hill Ave. 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 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $5.80. The subway schedule from Boston College may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University" on the Moovit app.

64min$5.80
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Bus - 8686
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University"
Leaves from Boston College

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Boston College
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Chestnut Hill Ave.
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chestnut Hill Ave @ Commonwealth Ave
    ID 1029
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    28 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"
    419 Boston Ave
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston College to Tufts University"?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Boston College to Tufts University"?

    The alternative route takes 64 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, Bus line 86, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston College and Tufts University"?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston College to Tufts University"?

    The GREEN LINE B subway line goes from Government Center station near Boston College in Newton to Government Center station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Government Center station near Tufts University" in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston College to Tufts University" by subway?

    The total travel time between Boston College in Newton and Tufts University" in Medford by subway is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston College to get to Tufts University"?

    Get on the GREEN LINE B subway from the Government Center station near Boston College in Newton.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston College and Tufts University"?

    Get off the subway at the Government Center station, which is closest to Tufts University" in Medford.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston College to Tufts University"?

    The ride from Boston College to Tufts University" costs $2.40.

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