How to get from Cambridge to Arlington by bus?

By bus

Take one direct bus from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston: take the 77 bus from Harvard station to Arlington Heights Busway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $1.70.

35min$1.70
Bus - 7777
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cambridge
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Arlington Heights
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Arlington Heights Busway
    Ride to bus station
    Arlington Heights Busway
    ID 7922
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 78 and 62

To get from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston, take the 78 bus from Harvard station to West Service Rd @ Venner Rd station. Next, take the 62 bus from West Service Rd @ Venner Rd station to Arlington Heights Busway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $3.40.

41min$3.40
Bus - 7878
Bus - 6262
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cambridge
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Arlmont Village
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Service Rd @ Venner Rd
    ID 2353
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6262
    Wait for bus
    62
    Bedford Va
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Arlington Heights Busway
    Ride to bus station
    Arlington Heights Busway
    ID 7922
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cambridge to Arlington

The distance between Cambridge, Boston and Arlington, Boston is approximately 5.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cambridge to Arlington by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Cambridge

Cambridge is located at Cambridge, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Harvard.

Subway stations close to Cambridge:

  • Central
  • Harvard Square
  • Union Square

Train stations close to Cambridge:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge:

  • Harvard
  • Harvard - Brattle St @ Palmer St
  • Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St

Public transit stations close to Arlington, Boston

Arlington is located at Arlington, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Arlington Heights Busway.

Subway stations close to Arlington:

  • Alewife

Train stations close to Arlington:

  • Waverley
  • West Medford
  • Belmont

Bus stations close to Arlington:

  • Arlington Heights Busway
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Park Ave
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Paul Revere Rd

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 78 and 62

To get from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston, take the 78 bus from Harvard station to West Service Rd @ Venner Rd station. Next, take the 62 bus from West Service Rd @ Venner Rd station to Arlington Heights Busway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $3.40.

41min$3.40
Bus - 7878
Bus - 6262
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cambridge
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Arlmont Village
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Service Rd @ Venner Rd
    ID 2353
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6262
    Wait for bus
    62
    Bedford Va
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Arlington Heights Busway
    Ride to bus station
    Arlington Heights Busway
    ID 7922
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Arlington?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 77.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cambridge to Arlington?

    The alternative route takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line 62.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Arlington in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston in 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston?

    The 77 bus line goes from Arlington Heights station near Cambridge to Arlington Heights Busway station near Arlington in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Cambridge and Arlington in Boston by bus is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cambridge to get to Arlington in Boston?

    Get on the 77 bus from the Arlington Heights stop near Cambridge in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cambridge and Arlington in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Arlington Heights Busway stop, which is closest to Arlington in Boston.

  • When is the last bus from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston?

    The last bus from Cambridge to Arlington in Boston is the Harvard - Arlington Heights line. It leaves the Harvard stop at 7:25 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cambridge to Arlington?

    The ride from Cambridge to Arlington costs $1.70.

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