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

The cheapest way to get from Tufts University to Cambridge is to tram which costs $3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tufts University to Cambridge is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $11 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Tufts University and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from College Ave @ Professors Row and arriving at Harvard. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Tufts University and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Medford/Tufts and arriving at East Somerville. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Tufts University to Cambridge?

The distance between Tufts University and Cambridge is 3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tufts University to Cambridge without a car is to tram which takes 17 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Medford/Tufts to East Somerville takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Tufts University to Cambridge bus arrive?

Tufts University to Cambridge bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Harvard station.

Where does the Tufts University to Cambridge train arrive?

Tufts University to Cambridge train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at East Somerville station.

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Tufts University to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 96 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Tufts University to Cambridge by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Medford/Tufts to East Somervilletram B / ...
17 min
$3
Line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Harvardbus 96
25 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tufts University to Cambridgetaxi 2.8 mi
8 min
$11–14
Walk
1. Take the walk from Tufts University to Cambridgewalk 2.5 mi
48 min
Line 96 bus, line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rdbus 96
2. Take the bus from Somerville Ave @ Massachusetts Ave to Beacon St @ Smith Avebus 83
40 min
$3–9

Tufts University to Cambridge by foot and tram

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Distance: 3 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

MBTA operates a vehicle from Medford/Tufts to East Somerville every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Harvard every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 20 min.

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