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 C 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 22 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

22min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE C
Subway - GREEN LINE C
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Arlington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Arlington
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE C
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE C
    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
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

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 22 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

22min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - RED LINE
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
    10 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 22 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.

Public transit stations close to Arlington

Arlington is located at Arlington, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Arlington.

Subway stations close to Arlington:

  • Copley
  • Boylston
  • Chinatown

Train stations close to Arlington:

  • Back Bay - South End

Bus stations close to Arlington:

  • Arlington
  • Arlington St @ Saint James Ave
  • Saint James Ave @ Arlington St

Public transit stations close to Cambridge, Boston

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

Subway stations close to Cambridge:

  • Babcock Street
  • Harvard Square
  • Central

Train stations close to Cambridge:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge:

  • Mt Auburn St @ Dewolfe St
  • Harvard - Massachusetts Ave Opp Linden St
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St

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

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 22 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

22min$2.40
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - RED LINE
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
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

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

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

    The alternative route takes 22 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, 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 22 min.

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

    The GREEN LINE C subway line goes from Government Center station near Arlington to Park Street station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Park Street 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 22 min.

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

    Get on the GREEN LINE C subway from the Government Center 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 Park Street 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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