How to get from Harvard University to Boston Public Library by bus and subway?

From Harvard University to Boston Public Library by bus and subway

To get from Harvard University to Boston Public Library you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 subway lines: take the 74 bus from Concord Ave @ Parker St station to Harvard station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the GREEN LINE B subway from Park Street station to Copley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Harvard University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston Public Library on the Moovit app.

33min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7474
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Leaves from Concord Ave @ Parker St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Parker St
    ID 2161
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7474
    Wait for bus
    74
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    10 min
  • 7
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Boston College
  • 8
    Ride to subway station Copley
    Ride to subway station
    Copley
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard University to Boston Public Library

The distance between Harvard University and Boston Public Library is approximately 5.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard University to Boston Public Library 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 University to Boston Public Library

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

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 74, Subway line RED LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Boston Public Library?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harvard University to Boston Public Library?

    The 74 bus line goes from Concord Ave @ Parker St station near Harvard University in Cambridge to Harvard station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till Harvard station near Boston Public Library.

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

    The total travel time between Harvard University and Boston Public Library by bus and subway is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harvard University to get to Boston Public Library?

    Get on the 74 bus from the Concord Ave @ Parker St stop near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harvard University and Boston Public Library?

    Get off the bus at the Harvard station, which is closest to Boston Public Library.

  • When is the last train from Harvard University to Boston Public Library?

    The last train from Harvard University in Cambridge to Boston Public Library in Boston is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the Porter station at 6:47 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Harvard University to Boston Public Library?

    The ride from Harvard University to Boston Public Library costs $2.40.

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