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

The cheapest way to get from Boston University to Allston is to tram which costs $3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston University to Allston is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $8 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Allston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St and arriving at Brighton Ave @ Linden St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

Is there a direct train between Boston University and Allston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston University Central and arriving at Packard's Corner. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Boston University to Allston?

The distance between Boston University and Allston is 1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston University to Allston without a car is to line 57 bus which takes 9 min and costs $1 - $5.

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

The line 57 bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Brighton Ave @ Linden St takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Boston University to Allston bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St station.

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

Boston University to Allston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Boston University Central station.

Where does the Boston University to Allston bus arrive?

Boston University to Allston bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Brighton Ave @ Linden St station.

Where does the Boston University to Allston train arrive?

Boston University to Allston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Packard's Corner station.

Where can I stay near Allston?

There are 1469+ hotels available in Allston.

Boston University to Allston - 4 ways to travel via line 57 bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston University to Allston by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 57 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Brighton Ave @ Linden Stbus 57
9 min
$1–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Boston University Central to Packard's Cornertram B
14 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston University to Allstontaxi 1.8 mi
5 min
$8–11
Walk
1. Take the walk from Boston University to Allstonwalk 1.6 mi
30 min

Boston University to Allston by foot and bus

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Distance: 1.5 mi
Duration: 9 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Brighton Ave @ Linden St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 5 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a vehicle from Boston University Central to Packard's Corner every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 9 min.

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