How to get from Porter Square to Boston Common by subway?

From Porter Square to Boston Common by subway

Take one direct subway from Porter Square to Boston Common in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from Porter station to Park Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Porter Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Boston Common on the Moovit app.

18min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Boston Common
Leaves from Porter

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Porter Square
    Massachusetts Avenue
  • 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 Boston Common
    Walk to
    Boston Common
    Beacon Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Porter Square to Boston Common

The distance between Porter Square and Boston Common is approximately 4.44 mi, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Porter Square to Boston Common by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Porter Square to Boston Common

To check the subway schedule from Porter Square to Boston Common using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Porter Square) and destination (Boston Common), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Porter Square in Cambridge to Boston Common in Boston in 18 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Porter Square to Boston Common?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Park Street station near Porter Square in Cambridge to Boston Common station near Boston Common in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Porter Square to Boston Common by subway?

    The total travel time between Porter Square and Boston Common by subway is about 18 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the subway at the Boston Common station, which is closest to Boston Common.

  • When is the first bus from Porter Square to Boston Common?

    The first bus from Porter Square in Cambridge to Boston Common in Boston is Haymarket via Sullivan -. It leaves the Broadway @ Josephine Ave - Ball Sq stop at 1:19 AM.

  • When is the last subway from Porter Square to Boston Common?

    The last subway from Porter Square in Cambridge to Boston Common in Boston is the Red Line line. It leaves the Porter station at 7:40 PM.

  • When is the last train from Porter Square to Boston Common?

    The last train from Porter Square in Cambridge to Boston Common in Boston is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the Porter station at 6:17 PM.

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

    The ride from Porter Square to Boston Common costs $2.40.

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