How to get from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge by subway?

From Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge by subway

To get from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Boston Back Bay BBY may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

22min$2.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Cambridge
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Boston Back Bay BBY
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Cambridge
    Walk to
    Cambridge
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge

The distance between Boston Back Bay BBY, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 4.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston Back Bay BBY 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 Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge

To check the subway schedule from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston Back Bay BBY) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge?

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston Back Bay BBY and Cambridge in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 22 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Downtown Crossing station near Boston Back Bay BBY to Harvard Square station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Harvard Square station near Cambridge in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between Boston Back Bay BBY and Cambridge in Boston by subway is about 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston Back Bay BBY to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Downtown Crossing station near Boston Back Bay BBY in Boston.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston?

    The first train from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 12:50 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston?

    The first bus from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge in Boston is Nubian - Harvard. It leaves the Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station at 12:47 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge?

    The ride from Boston Back Bay BBY to Cambridge costs $2.40.

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