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

Harvard Square to Boston University - Subway Schedule

The RED LINE subway from Harvard Square to Boston University runs from 12:09 AM to 12:03 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Harvard Square to Boston University by bus and subway

To get from Harvard Square to Boston University in Brookline, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Central station. Next, take the 47 bus from Green St @ Magazine St station to Mountfort St @ Lenox St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston University on the Moovit app.

26min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 4747
Walk to Boston University
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Central
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Green St @ Magazine St
    ID 1123
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mountfort St @ Lenox St
    ID 1773
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston University
    Walk to
    Boston University
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard Square to Boston University

The distance between Harvard Square, Brookline and Boston University, Brookline is approximately 2.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Boston University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookline – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Harvard Square to Boston University

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

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 47.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Boston University?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 26 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Boston University?

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

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

    The total travel time between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Boston University in Brookline by subway and bus is about 26 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the subway at the Central stop, which is closest to Boston University in Brookline.

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

    The ride from Harvard Square to Boston University costs $2.40.

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