How to get from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston by bus and subway?

MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston - Subway Schedule

The RED LINE subway from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston runs from 12:06 AM to 12:00 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 39 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston by bus and subway

To get from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Porter station to Park Street station. Next, take the SL5 bus from Temple Pl @ Washington St station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from MBTA Porter Square Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

39min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - SL5SL5
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Porter

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    MBTA Porter Square Station
    1919 Massachusetts Ave.
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Temple Pl @ Washington St
    ID 49001
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Nubian
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston

The distance between MBTA Porter Square Station and Boston is approximately 6.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston

To check the bus and subway schedule from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (MBTA Porter Square Station) and destination (Boston), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line SL5.

  • Is there a direct subway between MBTA Porter Square Station and Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 39 min.

  • Which subway line goes from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Park Street station near MBTA Porter Square Station in Cambridge to Temple Pl @ Washington St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Temple Pl @ Washington St station near Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between MBTA Porter Square Station and Boston by subway and bus is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near MBTA Porter Square Station to get to Boston?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Park Street station near MBTA Porter Square Station in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between MBTA Porter Square Station and Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Temple Pl @ Washington St stop, which is closest to Boston.

  • How much is the subway fare from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston?

    The ride from MBTA Porter Square Station to Boston costs $2.40.

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