Car Service to Boston's Top Universities
Greater Boston is home to more than 50 colleges and universities. Eagle Eye Rides provides flat-rate Logan Airport car service to all of them, including Cambridge's Harvard and MIT, the Fenway and Allston campuses of BU and Northeastern, Chestnut Hill's Boston College, and the suburban campuses of Tufts (Medford) and Brandeis (Waltham). For parents, students, visiting faculty, and prospective applicants, our chauffeurs offer a stress-free alternative to rideshare surge pricing on move-in weekend and graduation.
We also serve the entire Boston metro area — see our Cambridge car service page for detailed coverage of Harvard Square, MIT, and Kendall Square, or our Boston airport car service hub for the full neighborhood list.
Flat-Rate Pricing: Logan Airport to Boston Universities
All prices are per vehicle, not per passenger, and include tolls, taxes, gratuity, meet-and-greet inside the Logan arrivals terminal, and live flight tracking. Sedan seats 4 with 3 bags; SUV seats 6 with 6 bags; Mercedes Sprinter van carries up to 12 with 12 bags.
| University | Location | Distance | Drive Time | Sedan | SUV | Sprinter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson College | Downtown Boston | 3 mi | 15 min | $45 | $70 | $135 |
| Suffolk University | Downtown Boston | 3 mi | 15 min | $45 | $70 | $135 |
| MIT | Cambridge | 4 mi | 20 min | $50 | $75 | $135 |
| Boston University (BU) | Kenmore / Allston | 4 mi | 20 min | $50 | $75 | $135 |
| Northeastern University | Fenway | 4 mi | 20 min | $50 | $75 | $135 |
| Berklee College of Music | Fenway | 4 mi | 20 min | $50 | $75 | $135 |
| Simmons University | Fenway | 4 mi | 20 min | $50 | $75 | $135 |
| Harvard University | Cambridge | 5 mi | 20–30 min | $55 | $80 | $140 |
| UMass Boston | Dorchester | 5 mi | 20 min | $55 | $80 | $140 |
| Boston College (BC) | Chestnut Hill / Newton | 7 mi | 25 min | $65 | $90 | $145 |
| Tufts University | Medford | 8 mi | 30 min | $70 | $95 | $150 |
| Brandeis University | Waltham | 12 mi | 35 min | $90 | $115 | $170 |
Prices for a smaller college not listed? Request a quote or call (978) 962-9184.
Move-In, Move-Out & Parents Weekend: Book Early
Boston universities all restrict curbside parking near residence halls during move-in. Your Eagle Eye Rides chauffeur will coordinate with you by text message to meet at the closest accessible loading zone, help unload luggage, boxes, mini-fridges, and dorm supplies, and pull away quickly so the next family can take the spot. We do the same in reverse for move-out, helping your student load bags and boxes back into the vehicle for the ride to Logan.
Parents weekend at most Boston schools falls in October or November. Hotels in Back Bay and Cambridge sell out months ahead, and rideshare prices surge on Friday and Sunday afternoons. Booking a flat-rate transfer in advance locks in your fare regardless of demand.
Dorm Pickup Constraints & Campus Logistics
Every Boston campus has different rules for vehicles:
- Harvard: pickups at Harvard Square, the Smith Campus Center, or the Science Center on Oxford Street. Yard access is restricted.
- MIT: main entrance at 77 Massachusetts Avenue, or the west side of campus on Vassar Street near the dorms.
- Boston University: pickups along Commonwealth Avenue at the student's dorm (West Campus, Bay State, Kilachand, Warren Towers, etc.).
- Boston College: Chestnut Hill Avenue gates or the Lower Campus lot during move-in.
- Northeastern: Huntington Avenue or Ruggles Station side depending on dorm assignment.
- Tufts: the lower campus loop on Professor's Row.
- Brandeis: the main loop at the Feldberg Campus Center.
Your chauffeur will text the student or parent on arrival to confirm the exact pickup spot. We never abandon a pickup at the campus gate — we will meet wherever the school allows a vehicle to stop briefly.
Best Vehicle for a Student Traveler
For a single student with one carry-on and one checked bag, the standard black sedan is fine. But most student travel involves more luggage than expected:
- International students arriving for the first time usually have two large suitcases, a backpack, and sometimes a dorm supply box. The luxury SUV (from $70–$95 depending on campus) is the right call.
- Move-in with a roommate sharing a ride: two students, 4–6 suitcases, plus dorm supplies. The Mercedes Sprinter van (from $135–$170) is the most efficient and economical per-person option.
- Parents visiting for a weekend: sedan or SUV is fine for two adults with carry-ons.
- Multi-campus tour: reserve the hourly chauffeur at $65/hour (3-hour minimum) so the driver waits at each campus. See our Boston chauffeur service page for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a car service from Logan Airport to Harvard University?
A flat-rate black sedan from Logan Airport to Harvard University in Cambridge is $55, an SUV is $80, and a Mercedes Sprinter van is $140. The 5-mile trip takes 20–30 minutes depending on traffic on Storrow Drive or Memorial Drive.
Do you provide car service for student move-in and move-out at BU and BC?
Yes. We handle hundreds of student move-in (early September) and move-out (mid-May) transfers every year. Because dorm pickup is restricted on most campuses, the chauffeur coordinates with the student or parent by text to meet at the closest accessible loading zone. Book at least 2 weeks ahead for move-in weekend.
Which vehicle is best for a student with lots of luggage?
For a student with two large suitcases, a dorm refrigerator, and boxes, we recommend the luxury SUV (6 passengers, 6 bags) starting at $70 to most Boston campuses. For two roommates moving in together with significant luggage, the Mercedes Sprinter van (12 bags) starting at $135 is the better value.
Can parents book a return trip after dropping off a student?
Absolutely. Most parents book a one-way from Logan to campus for drop-off, then a return trip from campus back to Logan later the same day or the next morning. Reserve both legs together for the smoothest scheduling and a single point of contact.
Do you transport prospective students on college tours?
Yes. We frequently work with families doing multi-day Boston-area college tours (Harvard, MIT, Tufts, BC, BU, Brandeis, Northeastern). Our hourly chauffeur service starts at $65/hour with a 3-hour minimum, ideal for hopping between campuses with a dedicated driver waiting at each stop.
Related Boston Airport Guides
See our Logan Airport pickup guide for terminal-by-terminal instructions, the Logan to Boston hotels guide for parents booking hotels, or the car service rates page for the full Boston-area pricing breakdown.