How to get from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University by bus, subway and train?

From Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University by bus, subway and train

To get from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line: take the B79 bus from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center station to Union Station Garage station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train and finally take the GREEN LINE E subway from Copley station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 45 min. The bus, subway and train schedule from Big Y - Amherst may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

285min
Walk to bus station
Bus - B79B79
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center
    ID 113
    1.05 mi • 22 min
  • 2
    Bus - B79B79
    Wait for bus
    B79
    Worcester
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Garage
    96 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Worcester Union Station
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #550 | South Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    97 min
  • 7
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Copley
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 9
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the PETER PAN bus from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center station to Union Station Springfield station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0270 bus and finally take the GREEN LINE E subway from Boylston station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The bus, subway and train schedule from Big Y - Amherst may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to bus station
Bus - PETER PANPETER PAN
Bus - GREYHOUND US0270GREYHOUND US0270
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center
    ID 113
    1.04 mi • 22 min
  • 2
    Bus - PETER PANPETER PAN
    Wait for bus
    PETER PAN
    Springfield
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Springfield
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0270GREYHOUND US0270
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0270
    Boston (South Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    100 min
  • 7
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Boylston
    0.51 mi • 11 min
  • 8
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 9
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University

The distance between Big Y - Amherst, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 98.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 285 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University by bus, subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Subway And Train schedule from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University

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

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From Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the PETER PAN bus from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center station to Union Station Springfield station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0270 bus and finally take the GREEN LINE E subway from Boylston station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The bus, subway and train schedule from Big Y - Amherst may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to bus station
Bus - PETER PANPETER PAN
Bus - GREYHOUND US0270GREYHOUND US0270
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center
    ID 113
    1.04 mi • 22 min
  • 2
    Bus - PETER PANPETER PAN
    Wait for bus
    PETER PAN
    Springfield
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Springfield
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0270GREYHOUND US0270
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0270
    Boston (South Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    100 min
  • 7
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Boylston
    0.51 mi • 11 min
  • 8
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 9
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 285 minutes, using Bus line B79, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 253 minutes, using Bus line PETER PAN, Bus line GREYHOUND US0270, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct bus between Big Y - Amherst and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University?

    The B79 bus line goes from Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center station near Big Y - Amherst in Boston to Worcester station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Worcester station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Big Y - Amherst to Tufts University by bus, train and subway?

    The total travel time between Big Y - Amherst in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by bus, train and subway is about 4 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Big Y - Amherst to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the B79 bus from the Amherst - Infront Of Five Colleges Center stop near Big Y - Amherst in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Big Y - Amherst and Tufts University?

    Get off the bus at the Worcester station, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

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