How to get from Arlington to Cambridge by bus?

From Arlington to Cambridge by bus

Take one direct bus from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston: take the 77 bus from Arlington Heights Busway station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $1.70.

39min$1.70
Bus - 7777
Leaves from Arlington Heights Busway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Harvard
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Arlington to Cambridge by bus and subway

To get from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston, take the 62 bus from Arlington Heights Busway station to Alewife station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

29min$4.10
Bus - 6262
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Arlington Heights Busway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Bus - 6262
    Wait for bus
    62
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alewife
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arlington to Cambridge

The distance between Arlington, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 5.44 mi, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arlington to Cambridge by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Arlington

Arlington is located at Arlington, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Arlington Heights Busway.

Train stations close to Arlington:

  • West Medford
  • Belmont

Bus stations close to Arlington:

  • Arlington Heights Busway
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Paul Revere Rd
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Park Ave

Public transit stations close to Cambridge, Boston

Cambridge is located at Cambridge, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Harvard - Brattle St @ Palmer St.

Subway stations close to Cambridge:

  • Central
  • Union Square
  • Harvard Square

Train stations close to Cambridge:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge:

  • Harvard - Brattle St @ Palmer St
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St
  • Quincy St @ Harvard St

Related Routes

From Arlington to Cambridge by bus and subway

To get from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston, take the 62 bus from Arlington Heights Busway station to Alewife station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

29min$4.10
Bus - 6262
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Arlington Heights Busway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Bus - 6262
    Wait for bus
    62
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alewife
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arlington to Cambridge?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Bus line 77.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Arlington to Cambridge?

    The alternative route takes 29 minutes, using Bus line 62, Bus line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arlington and Cambridge in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston in 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston?

    The 77 bus line goes from Harvard station near Arlington to Harvard station near Cambridge in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Arlington and Cambridge in Boston by bus is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Arlington to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the 77 bus from the Harvard stop near Arlington in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arlington and Cambridge in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Harvard stop, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • When is the first bus from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston?

    The first bus from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston is Harvard - Arlington Heights. It leaves the Arlington Heights Busway stop at 4:07 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Arlington to Cambridge?

    The ride from Arlington to Cambridge costs $1.70.