Transportation
We like to think that all roads lead to Dana Hall, but in the practical world, we know that the specifics of how a student accesses her school’s campus are important factors when considering educational opportunities.
Day Student Transportation Options
There are several advantages to attending a boarding/day school as a day student at Dana Hall. While students are expected to arrive on time and fully prepared for all classes and school commitments, families benefit from flexibility in daily drop-off and pick-up times. Dana Hall provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner in our beautiful Dining Hall, and many day students choose to arrive early for breakfast and/or remain on campus beyond their academic and co-curricular responsibilities to enjoy dinner, study, or participate in activities.
Families appreciate the ability to plan transportation around their own schedules, along with the peace of mind that comes from knowing campus resources and facilities are available throughout the day and evening.
Carpool
We are located in Wellesley, but not all of our day students live in Wellesley. In fact, our day families come from more than 70 different zip codes in and around Boston. Dana Hall families have access to DanaConnect, our online information portal and home to many helpful resources, including Directories and our geo-filter and map tools. Families are encouraged to use these tools to find other Dana Hall families who live nearby. Once families identify others in their neighborhood, they often coordinate carpools.
Framingham/Worcester MBTA Commuter Rail
Dana Hall's campus is easily accessible by public transportation. The school is a five-minute walk from the Wellesley Square station, a stop on the Framingham/Worcester line of the MBTA commuter rail. This option is ideal for families traveling from both east and west of Wellesley.
Bus Routes
Dana Hall offers daily round-trip bus service to/from school for students living in the City of Boston, as well as service for students living north, west, and south of the City. The bus delivers students directly to Dana Hall's campus by 7:50 a.m. (8:50 a.m. on Thursdays). Afternoon departures from campus vary by route.
Families can sign up for an optional bus service for an additional fee, and all fees are for full-school-year service. Students receiving financial aid may qualify for assistance. Please note that our bus routes may change based on enrollment.
Please contact the Admission Office (admission@danahall.org) for more specific details about times, locations, and costs.
- Boston/Newton Bus Route and Schedule (Blue on Map)
- Cambridge Bus Route and Schedule (Orange on Map)
- Forest Hills/Chestnut Hill Bus Route and Schedule (Purple on Map, new in 2026-27)
- Lexington/Winchester Bus Route and Schedule (Green on Map, new in 2026-27)
Boston/Newton Bus Route and Schedule (Blue on Map)
Cambridge Bus Route and Schedule (Orange on Map)
Forest Hills/Chestnut Hill Bus Route and Schedule (Purple on Map, new in 2026-27)
Lexington/Winchester Bus Route and Schedule (Green on Map, new in 2026-27)
Dana Hall School Bus Routes
Boarding Student Transportation Options
Set in Wellesley, a suburban college town just 12 miles west of Boston, Dana Hall’s location offers the best of both worlds. Students who must travel by plane appreciate the proximity of Logan International Airport to Dana Hall’s campus. Being so close to the airport saves time, makes traveling less complicated, and allows families to visit more often. Students are happy knowing that when they land in Boston, they are a short car ride or train ride away to their home away from home. Boarding students can access Dana Hall in a variety of ways: