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

The cheapest way to get from Kendall Square to Tufts University is to tram which costs $3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendall Square to Tufts University is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $15 - $19.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from McGrath Hwy opp Twin City Plaza and arriving at College Ave @ Dearborn Rd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lechmere and arriving at Medford/Tufts. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Kendall Square to Tufts University?

The distance between Kendall Square and Tufts University is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendall Square to Tufts University without a car is to line 80 bus which takes 19 min and costs $1 - $5.

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

The line 80 bus from McGrath Hwy opp Twin City Plaza to College Ave @ Dearborn Rd takes 15 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Kendall Square to Tufts University bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from McGrath Hwy opp Twin City Plaza station.

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

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

Where does the Kendall Square to Tufts University bus arrive?

Kendall Square to Tufts University bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at College Ave @ Dearborn Rd station.

Where does the Kendall Square to Tufts University train arrive?

Kendall Square to Tufts University train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Medford/Tufts station.

Where can I stay near Tufts University?

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Kendall Square to Tufts University - 6 ways to travel via line 80 bus, and tram

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

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Line 80 bus
best
1. Take the bus from McGrath Hwy opp Twin City Plaza to College Ave @ Dearborn Rdbus 80
19 min
$1–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Lechmere to Medford/Tuftstram B / ...
22 min
$3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Kendall/MIT to Davissubway Red Line
24 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kendall Square to Tufts Universitytaxi 4 mi
10 min
$15–19
Subway via College Ave @ Dearborn Rd
1. Take the subway from Kendall/MIT to Davissubway Red Line
30 min
$3–7
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kendall Square to Tufts Universitywalk 3.7 mi
1h 11m

Kendall Square to Tufts University by bus and foot

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Distance: 3.5 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from McGrath Hwy opp Twin City Plaza to College Ave @ Dearborn Rd hourly. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a vehicle from Lechmere to Medford/Tufts every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min.

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