How to get from Cambridge to Ayer by bus and train?

From Cambridge to Ayer by bus and train

To get from Cambridge to Ayer in Boston, take the 77 bus from Harvard station to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Ayer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

64min$13.95
Bus - 7777
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Ayer
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
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #407 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayer
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ayer
    Walk to
    Ayer
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Cambridge to Ayer by bus and train via 96 and FITCHBURG

To get from Cambridge to Ayer in Boston, take the 96 bus from Harvard station to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Ayer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

72min$13.95
Bus - 9696
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Ayer
Leaves from Harvard
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cambridge
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #407 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayer
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ayer
    Walk to
    Ayer
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cambridge to Ayer
The distance between Cambridge, Boston and Ayer, Boston is approximately 34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cambridge to Ayer by bus and train, 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 Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St.

Subway stations close to Cambridge:

  • Harvard Square
  • Central
  • Union Square

Train stations close to Cambridge:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge:

  • Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St
  • Quincy St @ Harvard St
  • Mt Auburn St @ Dewolfe St
Public transit stations close to Ayer, Boston

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

Train stations close to Ayer:

  • Ayer

Bus stations close to Ayer:

  • Ayer
Related Routes

Alternative route from Cambridge to Ayer by bus and train via 96 and FITCHBURG

To get from Cambridge to Ayer in Boston, take the 96 bus from Harvard station to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Ayer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

72min$13.95
Bus - 9696
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Ayer
Leaves from Harvard
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cambridge
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #407 | Wachusett
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayer
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ayer
    Walk to
    Ayer
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 77, Bus line FITCHBURG.

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

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 96, Bus line FITCHBURG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

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

    The 77 bus line goes from Arlington Heights station near Cambridge to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station near Ayer in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Cambridge to Ayer in Boston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Cambridge and Ayer in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station, which is closest to Ayer in Boston.

  • When is the first train from Cambridge to Ayer in Boston?

    The first train from Cambridge to Ayer in Boston is Fitchburg. It leaves the Porter station at 2:30 AM.

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

    The ride from Cambridge to Ayer costs $13.95.

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