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Transportation from the Airport to Campus

General Information

Brandeis University is about 18 miles (29 km) from the Boston Logan Airport
Depending on traffic and time of day, it could take 25 - 60 minutes to get from the airport to the Brandeis campus by car.
Although a car may be the most convenient, there are also some public transportation options to consider.
Use the address: Brandeis University, 415 South St, Waltham, MA 02453

Car Services

RideShare App or Taxi

Taking a car from the airport is the fastest and most convenient option, but also the most expensive
Prices may range from $70 to $90 depending on the company and time of day
The most common RideShare Apps are Uber or Lyft and both can be scheduled for a pick-up from the airport
Taxis are also available at each terminal if needed
- Most taxis accept cash or credit card
- It is common practice to tip 10% - 20%

Private Car Service

There are a variety of private companies that offer transportation to and from the airport
The benefit of this option is that you can schedule this ahead of time so you know a car will be waiting for you when you arrive

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Smurf’s Transportation

Public Transportation - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)

The MBTA is one of the oldest public transit systems in the United States.
In Boston, the subway system is called “The T”
The MBTA provides:
- Subway
- Bus
- Commuter Rail
- Water ferry
- Paratransit services (Railway may extends to Western Massachusetts and Rhode island)

If you plan to use the “T” often, you may consider getting a CharlieCard. The CharlieCard is a reusable card that can be loaded with cash to pay for fares. The CharlieCard is only available at select MBTA subway stations.

Helpful Tips

Map your route using “Google Maps”
Download the “Transit” app to check commuter rail & subway timetables
Download the “MBTA ticket” app for a commuter rail ticket (or buy a ticket on board)

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Blue Line → Green Line → RideShare to Brandeis

Take the blue line from Boston Logan Airport to Government Center
- Follow the signs in baggage claim to find the Blue Line “T” (subway)
From Government Center “T” (subway) transfer to the Green Line (D) toward Riverside
Stop at Riverside
Take an Uber or Lyft to Brandeis University

About $15 - $25 (depending on the time of day)

DURATION: Plan for about an 1 hour (depends on traffic and time of day)

RideShare → Commuter Rail to Brandeis

From the airport take an Uber, Lyft, or Taxi to North Station
- About $20 (depending on the time of day)
Take the Commuter Rail (purple line) → Outbound toward Wachusett (Fitchburg Line)
- About $7
- You can buy a ticket on the train or use the MBTA Ticket app.
- Check the schedule for the train (Trains may only run one to two times per hour)
Stop at Brandeis/Roberts
Walk from Brandeis/Roberts station to Brandeis University
- The station is about a 5-10 minute walk (uphill) to the Brandeis University main entrance
- Depending on where you may live on campus, it may be another 5-10 minute walk to your Residence Hall

DURATION: Plan for 1 - 2 hours (depends on the rail schedule)

Silver Line → Red Line → Commuter Rail to Brandeis

Take the Silver Line 1 (SL1) shuttle from Boston Logan Airport to South Station
- Follow the signs in baggage claim to find the shuttle
- There is typically no cost to take the shuttle directly from the airport
From South Station take the Red Line (“T”) toward Alewife.
Stop at Porter Square
Take the Commuter Rail (purple line) → Outbound toward Wachusett (Fitchburg Line)
- About $7
- You can buy a ticket on the train or use the MBTA Ticket app
- Check the schedule for the train (Trains may only run one to two times per hour)
Stop at Brandeis/Roberts
Walk from Brandeis/Roberts station to Brandeis University
- The station is about a 5-10 minute walk (up hill) to the Brandeis University main entrance
- It may be another 5-10 minute walk to your Residence Hall