What is the cheapest way to get from Kendall Square to Boston University?

The cheapest way to get from Kendall Square to Boston University is to tram which costs $3 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kendall Square to Boston University?

The fastest way to get from Kendall Square to Boston University is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $10 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Kendall Square and Boston University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ames St @ Main St and arriving at Mountfort St @ Lenox St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

Is there a direct train between Kendall Square and Boston University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lechmere and arriving at Boston University East. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Kendall Square to Boston University?

The distance between Kendall Square and Boston University is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendall Square to Boston University without a car is to line 85 bus via Mountfort St @ Lenox St which takes 21 min and costs $1 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Kendall Square to Boston University?

The line 85 bus from Ames St @ Main St to Mountfort St @ Lenox St takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kendall Square to Boston University bus from?

Kendall Square to Boston University bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Ames St @ Main St station.

Where do I catch the Kendall Square to Boston University train from?

Kendall Square to Boston University train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Lechmere station.

Where does the Kendall Square to Boston University bus arrive?

Kendall Square to Boston University bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Mountfort St @ Lenox St station.

Where does the Kendall Square to Boston University train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Boston University?

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Kendall Square to Boston University - 6 ways to travel via line 85 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kendall Square to Boston University by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 85 bus via Mountfort St @ Lenox St
best
1. Take the bus from Ames St @ Main St to Mountfort St @ Lenox Stbus 85
21 min
$1–5
Line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Ames St @ Main St to Amesbury St @ Vassar Stbus 85
22 min
$1–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Lechmere to Boston University Easttram B
31 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kendall Square to Boston Universitytaxi 2.3 mi
6 min
$10–12
Tram via Park Street
1. Take the tram from Park Street to Boston University Centraltram B
32 min
$5
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kendall Square to Boston Universitywalk 2.1 mi
40 min

Kendall Square to Boston University by bus and foot

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Distance: 2.4 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from Ames St @ Main St to Mountfort St @ Lenox St hourly. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a vehicle from Lechmere to Boston University East once daily. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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