How to get from Wellesley to Cambridge by subway and train?

From Wellesley to Cambridge by subway and train

To get from Wellesley to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $10.40.

65min$10.40
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    42 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wellesley to Cambridge by bus and train

To get from Wellesley to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Boston Landing station. Next, take the 66 bus from Cambridge St Opp Hano St station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $9.70.

57min$9.70
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 6666
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Boston Landing
    24 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 Harvard
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wellesley to Cambridge

The distance between Wellesley, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 18.48 mi, which can typically be travelled in 65 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wellesley to Cambridge by subway 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 Wellesley

Wellesley is located at Wellesley, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Cross St (Central St/Cross St).

Train stations close to Wellesley:

  • Wellesley Farms
  • Wellesley Square
  • Wellesley Hills

Bus stations close to Wellesley:

  • Cross St (Central St/Cross St)

Public transit stations close to Cambridge, Boston

Cambridge is located at Cambridge, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Mt Auburn St @ Story St.

Subway stations close to Cambridge:

  • Central
  • Union Square
  • Harvard Square

Train stations close to Cambridge:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge:

  • Mt Auburn St @ Story St
  • Mt Auburn St @ University Rd
  • Mt Auburn St @ Dewolfe St

Related Routes

From Wellesley to Cambridge by bus and train

To get from Wellesley to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Wellesley Square station to Boston Landing station. Next, take the 66 bus from Cambridge St Opp Hano St station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $9.70.

57min$9.70
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 6666
Leaves from Wellesley Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wellesley
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #586 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Boston Landing
    24 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 Harvard
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 65 minutes, using Bus line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line RED LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 66.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 5 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Wellesley and Cambridge in Boston by train and subway is about 1 hr 5 min.

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

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the #586 | South Station station near Wellesley in Boston.

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

    Get off the train at the South Station station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • When is the last train from Wellesley to Cambridge in Boston?

    The last train from Wellesley to Cambridge in Boston is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the Wellesley Square station at 7:44 PM.

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

    The ride from Wellesley to Cambridge costs $10.40.

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