How to get from Somerville to Cambridge by subway?

From Somerville to Cambridge by subway

Take one direct subway from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from Davis Sq. station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Somerville may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

7min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Davis Sq.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Somerville
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Somerville to Cambridge by bus

Take one direct bus from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston: take the 77 bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Haskell St station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The subway schedule from Somerville may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

23min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7777
Leaves from Massachusetts Ave @ Haskell St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Haskell St
    ID 2297
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Harvard
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Somerville to Cambridge

The distance between Somerville, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 1.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 7 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Somerville to Cambridge by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Somerville to Cambridge

To check the subway schedule from Somerville to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Somerville) and destination (Cambridge), 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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From Somerville to Cambridge by bus

Take one direct bus from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston: take the 77 bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Haskell St station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The subway schedule from Somerville may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

23min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7777
Leaves from Massachusetts Ave @ Haskell St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Haskell St
    ID 2297
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Harvard
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 7 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 23 minutes, using Bus line 77.

  • Is there a direct subway between Somerville and Cambridge in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston in 7 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Ashmont station near Somerville to Harvard Square station near Cambridge in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between Somerville and Cambridge in Boston by subway is about 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Somerville to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Ashmont station near Somerville in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Somerville and Cambridge in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Harvard Square station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • When is the first subway from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston?

    The first subway from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston is Red Line. It leaves the Davis Sq. station at 8:02 PM.

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

    The first bus from Somerville to Cambridge in Boston is Harvard - Medford Square. It leaves the College Ave @ Highland Ave stop at 4:22 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Somerville to Cambridge?

    The ride from Somerville to Cambridge costs $2.40.

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