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

The cheapest way to get from Tufts University to Boston is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tufts University to Boston is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $17 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Tufts University and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from College Ave @ Professors Row and arriving at Lechmere. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Tufts University and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Medford/Tufts and arriving at Government Center. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Tufts University to Boston?

The distance between Tufts University and Boston is 4 miles. The road distance is 4.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tufts University to Boston without a car is to line 80 bus which takes 27 min and costs $1 - $5.

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

The line 80 bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Lechmere takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Tufts University to Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from College Ave @ Professors Row station.

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

Tufts University to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Medford/Tufts station.

Where does the Tufts University to Boston bus arrive?

Tufts University to Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lechmere station.

Where does the Tufts University to Boston train arrive?

Tufts University to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Tufts University to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Tufts University to Boston is 5 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Tufts University to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1859+ hotels available in Boston.

Tufts University to Boston - 4 ways to travel via line 80 bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Tufts University to Boston by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 80 bus
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1. Take the bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Lechmerebus 80
27 min
$1–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Medford/Tufts to Government Centertram E / ...
30 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tufts University to Bostontaxi 4.9 mi
11 min
$17–22
Drive 4.9 mi
1. Drive from Tufts University to Bostoncar 4.9 mi
11 min
$1–2

Tufts University to Boston by foot and bus

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Distance: 3.8 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Lechmere hourly. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a vehicle from Medford/Tufts to Government Center every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min.

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