How to get from Harvard Yard to Boston by bus and subway?

Harvard Yard to Boston - Subway Schedule

The RED LINE subway from Harvard Yard to Boston runs from 12:09 AM to 12:03 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 47 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Harvard Yard to Boston by bus and subway

To get from Harvard Yard to Boston in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Broadway station. Next, take the 47 bus from Broadway Station - Red Line station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Harvard Yard may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

47min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 4747
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Broadway
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway Station - Red Line
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Central Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    16 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 Harvard Yard to Boston

The distance between Harvard Yard and Boston is approximately 7.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Yard 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 Harvard Yard to Boston

To check the bus and subway schedule from Harvard Yard to Boston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard Yard) 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 Harvard Yard to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 47.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Yard and Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Yard to Boston?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Harvard Yard in Cambridge to Broadway station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Broadway station near Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Yard to Boston by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Harvard Yard and Boston by subway and bus is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard Yard to get to Boston?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Harvard Square station near Harvard Yard in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Harvard Yard and Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Broadway stop, which is closest to Boston.

  • When is the first bus from Harvard Yard to Boston?

    The first bus from Harvard Yard in Cambridge to Boston in Boston is Nubian via Allston - Harvard via Allston. It leaves the Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island stop at 12:56 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Harvard Yard to Boston?

    The ride from Harvard Yard to Boston costs $2.40.

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