How to get from Mattapan to Cambridge by bus and subway?

From Mattapan to Cambridge by bus and subway

To get from Mattapan to Cambridge in Boston, take the 24 bus from Mattapan station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Mattapan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

53min$4.10
Bus - 2424
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Mattapan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Mattapan
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    14 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Mattapan to Cambridge by subway

To get from Mattapan to Cambridge in Boston, take the MATTAPAN LINE subway from Mattapan station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Mattapan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

51min$2.40
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Mattapan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Mattapan
  • 2
    Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
    Wait for subway
    MATTAPAN LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    11 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mattapan to Cambridge

The distance between Mattapan, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 11.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mattapan to Cambridge by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Mattapan to Cambridge

To check the bus and subway schedule from Mattapan to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mattapan) and destination (Cambridge), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and subway schedules.

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From Mattapan to Cambridge by subway

To get from Mattapan to Cambridge in Boston, take the MATTAPAN LINE subway from Mattapan station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Mattapan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

51min$2.40
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Mattapan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Mattapan
  • 2
    Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
    Wait for subway
    MATTAPAN LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    11 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 24, Subway line RED LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Subway line MATTAPAN LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mattapan and Cambridge in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mattapan to Cambridge in Boston?

    The 24 bus line goes from Ashmont station near Mattapan to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station near Cambridge in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Mattapan and Cambridge in Boston by bus and subway is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mattapan to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the 24 bus from the Ashmont stop near Mattapan in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Mattapan and Cambridge in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • How much is the bus fare from Mattapan to Cambridge?

    The ride from Mattapan to Cambridge costs $4.10.

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