Transportation from the Airport to Campus
1. 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
2. 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 - 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
- Options: Go Boston Transportation, Smurf's Transportation
3. 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)
Possible routes
Route 1. 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
COST: About 15 - 25 $ (depending on the time of day)
DURATION: Plan for about an 1 hour (depends on traffic and time of day)
Route 2. 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)
Route 3. 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
DURATION: Plan for 1 - 2 hours (depends on the rail schedule)
Source of information: Transportation from the Airport to Campus
