How to get from North Station to Cambridge by subway?

From North Station to Cambridge by subway

To get from North Station to Cambridge in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from North Station 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 27 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from North Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

27min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from North Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 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 Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from North Station to Cambridge by subway via GREEN LINE E and RED LINE

To get from North Station to Cambridge in Boston, take the GREEN LINE E subway from North Station 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 29 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from North Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

29min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from North Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Heath Street
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    7 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 North Station to Cambridge

The distance between North Station, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 4.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Station 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 North Station to Cambridge

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from North Station to Cambridge by subway via GREEN LINE E and RED LINE

To get from North Station to Cambridge in Boston, take the GREEN LINE E subway from North Station 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 29 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from North Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

29min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from North Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Heath Street
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    7 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 North Station to Cambridge?

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from North Station to Cambridge?

    The alternative route takes 29 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE E, Subway line RED LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

  • Which subway line goes from North Station to Cambridge in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from North Station station near North Station to Forest Hills station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Forest Hills station near Cambridge in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between North Station and Cambridge in Boston by subway is about 27 min.

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

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the North Station station near North Station in Boston.

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

    Get off the subway at the Forest Hills station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • How much is the subway fare from North Station to Cambridge?

    The ride from North Station to Cambridge costs $2.40.

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