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How to get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University by bus and subway?

From Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the SL2 bus from Courthouse station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 96 bus from Davis station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Seaport (Fan Pier) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

46min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL2SL2
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Courthouse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Courthouse
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL2SL2
    Wait for bus
    SL2
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis
    20 yd • 1 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
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University

The distance between Seaport (Fan Pier), Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 7.04 mi, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University

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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line SL2, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct bus between Seaport (Fan Pier) and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University?

    The SL2 bus line goes from Courthouse station near Seaport (Fan Pier) in Boston to South Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till South Station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Seaport (Fan Pier) in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by bus and subway is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Seaport (Fan Pier) to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the SL2 bus from the Courthouse stop near Seaport (Fan Pier) in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Seaport (Fan Pier) and Tufts University?

    Get off the bus at the South Station, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University?

    The ride from Seaport (Fan Pier) to Tufts University costs $2.40.