What is the cheapest way to get from Boston Common to Boston University?

The cheapest way to get from Boston Common to Boston University is to tram which costs $3 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston Common to Boston University?

The fastest way to get from Boston Common to Boston University is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $11 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Boston Common and Boston University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tremont St @ Boylston Station station and arriving at Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Boston Common and Boston University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boylston and arriving at Boston University East. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Boston Common to Boston University?

The distance between Boston Common and Boston University is 8 miles.

How do I travel from Boston Common to Boston University without a car?

The best way to get from Boston Common to Boston University without a car is to line 57 bus which takes 21 min and costs $1 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Boston Common to Boston University?

The line 57 bus from Tremont St @ Boylston Station to Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St takes 14 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Boston Common to Boston University bus from?

Boston Common to Boston University bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Tremont St @ Boylston Station.

Where do I catch the Boston Common to Boston University train from?

Boston Common to Boston University train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Boylston station.

Where does the Boston Common to Boston University bus arrive?

Boston Common to Boston University bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St station.

Where does the Boston Common to Boston University train arrive?

Boston Common to Boston University train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Boston University East station.

Where can I stay near Boston University?

There are 1594+ hotels available in Boston University.

Boston Common to Boston University - 7 ways to travel via line 57 bus, and tram

There are 7 ways to get from Boston Common to Boston University by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 57 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tremont St @ Boylston Station to Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St57
21 min
$1–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Boylston to Boston University EastB
23 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stuart St @ Dartmouth St to Commonwealth Ave @ Granby StGreen Line B Shuttle
37 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston Common to Boston University2.8 mi
6 min
$11–14
Tram via Boston University Central
1. Take the tram from Boylston to Boston University CentralB
25 min
$3
Tram via Park Street
1. Take the tram from Park Street to Boston University CentralB
28 min
$3
Walk
1. Take the foot from Boston Common to Boston University2.2 mi
42 min

Boston Common to Boston University by foot and bus

6Weekly Services

21 minAverage Duration

$1Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Boston Common, MA, USA and Boston University, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a bus from Tremont St @ Boylston Station to Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St 6 times a week. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a vehicle from Boylston to Boston University East every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 min.

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