How to get from Airport to Cambridge by subway?

From Airport to Cambridge by subway

To get from Airport to Cambridge in Boston, take the BLUE LINE subway from Airport station to State Street station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The subway schedule from Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

34min$4.80
Walk to subway station
Subway - BLUE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Cambridge
Leaves from Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Airport
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - BLUE LINE
    Wait for subway
    BLUE LINE
    Bowdoin
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    State Street
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Cambridge
    Walk to
    Cambridge
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Airport to Cambridge

The distance between Airport, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 5.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Airport 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 Airport to Cambridge

To check the subway schedule from Airport to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Airport) 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 Airport to Cambridge?

    The fastest way takes 34 minutes, using Subway line BLUE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 34 min.

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

    The BLUE LINE subway line goes from Airport station near Airport to State Street station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till State Street station near Cambridge in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Airport and Cambridge in Boston by subway is about 34 min.

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

    Get on the BLUE LINE subway from the Airport station near Airport in Boston.

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

    Get off the subway at the State Street station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

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

    The ride from Airport to Cambridge costs $4.80.

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