How to get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train?

From 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train

To get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from Chelmsford St & Alpine St station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the 80 bus from Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min. The ride fare is $14.05. The bus and train schedule from 86 Chelmsford Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

103min$14.05

Leaves from Chelmsford St & Alpine St

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Chelmsford St & Alpine St
ID 596
60 yd • 1 min
2
16
Wait for bus
16
Kennedy Center
3
Ride to bus station
Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
13 min
4
Walk to train station
Lowell
110 yd • 2 min
5
LOWELL
Wait for train
LOWELL
#324 | North Station
6
Ride to train station
West Medford
33 min
7
Walk to bus station
Boston Ave @ Harvard Ave
ID 2369
330 yd • 4 min
8
80
Wait for bus
80
Lechmere
9
Ride to bus station
College Ave @ Boston Ave
ID 2379
6 min
10
Walk to
Tufts University
1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
60 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train via 16, LOWELL and 94

To get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from Chelmsford St & Alpine St station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the 94 bus from West Medford station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $14.05. The bus and train schedule from 86 Chelmsford Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

117min$14.05

Leaves from Chelmsford St & Alpine St

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Chelmsford St & Alpine St
ID 596
60 yd • 1 min
2
16
Wait for bus
16
Kennedy Center
3
Ride to bus station
Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
13 min
4
Walk to train station
Lowell
110 yd • 2 min
5
LOWELL
Wait for train
LOWELL
#324 | North Station
6
Ride to train station
West Medford
33 min
7
Walk to bus station
West Medford
30 yd • 1 min
8
94
Wait for bus
94
Davis
9
Ride to bus station
College Ave @ Boston Ave
ID 2379
10 min
10
Walk to
Tufts University
1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
60 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University

The distance between 86 Chelmsford Street, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 26.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 103 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 86 Chelmsford Street 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 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University

To check the bus and train schedule from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (86 Chelmsford Street) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train via 16, LOWELL and 94

To get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 16 bus from Chelmsford St & Alpine St station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the 94 bus from West Medford station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $14.05. The bus and train schedule from 86 Chelmsford Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

117min$14.05

Leaves from Chelmsford St & Alpine St

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Chelmsford St & Alpine St
ID 596
60 yd • 1 min
2
16
Wait for bus
16
Kennedy Center
3
Ride to bus station
Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
13 min
4
Walk to train station
Lowell
110 yd • 2 min
5
LOWELL
Wait for train
LOWELL
#324 | North Station
6
Ride to train station
West Medford
33 min
7
Walk to bus station
West Medford
30 yd • 1 min
8
94
Wait for bus
94
Davis
9
Ride to bus station
College Ave @ Boston Ave
ID 2379
10 min
10
Walk to
Tufts University
1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
60 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?
The fastest way takes 103 minutes, using Bus line 16, Train line LOWELL, Bus line 80.
What is the alternative route to get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?
The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Bus line 16, Train line LOWELL, Bus line 94.
Is there a direct bus between 86 Chelmsford Street and Tufts University?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 43 min.
Which bus line goes from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?
The 16 bus line goes from Chelmsford St & Alpine St station near 86 Chelmsford Street in Boston to Kennedy Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Kennedy Center station near Tufts University in Medford.
How long does it take to travel from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train?
The total travel time between 86 Chelmsford Street in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by bus and train is about 1 hr 43 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 86 Chelmsford Street to get to Tufts University?
Get on the 16 bus from the Chelmsford St & Alpine St stop near 86 Chelmsford Street in Boston.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 86 Chelmsford Street and Tufts University?
Get off the bus at the Kennedy Center stop, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.
How much is the total bus and train fare from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?
The ride from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University costs $14.05.

Last updated on May 17, 2026

How to get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train?

From 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train

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Alternative route from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train via 16, LOWELL and 94

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Public transit directions from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University

Bus And Train schedule from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University

Related Routes

Alternative route from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train via 16, LOWELL and 94

Step by Step

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?

What is the alternative route to get from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?

Is there a direct bus between 86 Chelmsford Street and Tufts University?

Which bus line goes from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?

How long does it take to travel from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University by bus and train?

Where do I get on the bus near 86 Chelmsford Street to get to Tufts University?

Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 86 Chelmsford Street and Tufts University?

How much is the total bus and train fare from 86 Chelmsford Street to Tufts University?

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