How to get from Arlington to Cambridge by subway?

From Arlington to Cambridge by subway

To get from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston, take the GREEN LINE B subway from Arlington station to Park Street station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Arlington may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

20min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Arlington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arlington to Cambridge by subway via GREEN LINE D and RED LINE

To get from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Arlington station to Park Street station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Arlington may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

21min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Arlington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Union Square
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arlington to Cambridge

The distance between Arlington, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 3.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arlington 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 Arlington to Cambridge

To check the subway schedule from Arlington to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arlington) 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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Alternative route from Arlington to Cambridge by subway via GREEN LINE D and RED LINE

To get from Arlington to Cambridge in Boston, take the GREEN LINE D subway from Arlington station to Park Street station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Arlington may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

21min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Arlington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Union Square
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, Subway line RED LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 21 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE D, Subway line RED LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 20 min.

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

    The GREEN LINE B subway line goes from Park Street station near Arlington 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 Arlington to Cambridge in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between Arlington and Cambridge in Boston by subway is about 20 min.

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

    Get on the GREEN LINE B subway from the Park Street station near Arlington in Boston.

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

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

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

    The ride from Arlington to Cambridge costs $2.40.

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