How to get from Framingham to Cambridge by bus and train?

From Framingham to Cambridge by bus and train

To get from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from West Natick station to Boston Landing station. Next, take the 86 bus from Western Ave @ Everett St station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $10.45.

70min$10.45
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 8686
Leaves from West Natick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    West Natick
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Boston Landing
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western Ave @ Everett St
    ID 1049
    780 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Sullivan
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Harvard
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Framingham to Cambridge by bus and train via FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER and 66

To get from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from West Natick station to Boston Landing station. Next, take the 66 bus from Cambridge St Opp Hano St station to Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $10.45.

80min$10.45
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 6666
Walk to Cambridge
Leaves from West Natick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    West Natick
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Boston Landing
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cambridge St Opp Hano St
    ID 1111
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Harvard Via Allston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate
    ID 2168
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Cambridge
    Walk to
    Cambridge
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Framingham to Cambridge

The distance between Framingham, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 17.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Framingham to Cambridge by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Framingham

Framingham is located at Framingham, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Natick Center.

Train stations close to Framingham:

  • Natick Center
  • Framingham
  • Framingham Amtrak

Bus stations close to Framingham:

  • Second St at Rec Center
  • Tarelli Terrace/Beaver Park Rd
  • Kendall Plaza

Public transit stations close to Cambridge, Boston

Cambridge is located at Cambridge, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Eliot St @ Bennett St.

Subway stations close to Cambridge:

  • Harvard Square
  • Central
  • Union Square

Train stations close to Cambridge:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge:

  • Eliot St @ Bennett St
  • 16 Eliot St
  • Harvard - Brattle St @ Palmer St

Related Routes

Alternative route from Framingham to Cambridge by bus and train via FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER and 66

To get from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from West Natick station to Boston Landing station. Next, take the 66 bus from Cambridge St Opp Hano St station to Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $10.45.

80min$10.45
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 6666
Walk to Cambridge
Leaves from West Natick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    West Natick
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Boston Landing
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cambridge St Opp Hano St
    ID 1111
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Harvard Via Allston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate
    ID 2168
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Cambridge
    Walk to
    Cambridge
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Bus line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 86.

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

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Bus line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 66.

  • Is there a direct train between Framingham and Cambridge in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston?

    The FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train line goes from West Natick station near Framingham to #586 | South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #586 | South Station station near Cambridge in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Framingham and Cambridge in Boston by train and bus is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Framingham to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the West Natick station near Framingham in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Framingham and Cambridge in Boston?

    Get off the train at the #586 | South Station stop, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • When is the first train from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston?

    The first train from Framingham to Cambridge in Boston is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the West Natick station at 1:00 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Framingham to Cambridge?

    The ride from Framingham to Cambridge costs $10.45.

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