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

The cheapest way to get from Boston University to Waltham is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston University to Waltham is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $25 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Waltham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St and arriving at Galen St @ Water St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Boston University and Waltham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fenway and arriving at Riverside. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Boston University to Waltham?

The distance between Boston University and Waltham is 5 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston University to Waltham without a car is to line 57 bus which takes 32 min and costs $1 - $5.

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

The line 57 bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Galen St @ Water St takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

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

Boston University to Waltham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Fenway station.

Where does the Boston University to Waltham bus arrive?

Boston University to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Galen St @ Water St station.

Where does the Boston University to Waltham train arrive?

Boston University to Waltham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Riverside station.

Can I drive from Boston University to Waltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston University to Waltham is 7 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Boston University to Waltham.

Where can I stay near Waltham?

There are 1753+ hotels available in Waltham.

Boston University to Waltham - 5 ways to travel via line 57 bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Boston University to Waltham by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 57 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Galen St @ Water Stbus 57
32 min
$1–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Fenway to Riversidetram D
44 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston University to Walthamtaxi 7.4 mi
16 min
$25–31
Drive 7.4 mi
1. Drive from Boston University to Walthamcar 7.4 mi
16 min
$2
Line 57 bus, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Galen St @ Water Stbus 57
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Merchants Row to Main St @ Liberty Stbus 70
57 min
$3–9

Boston University to Waltham by foot and bus

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Galen St @ Water St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a vehicle from Fenway to Riverside every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min.

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