How to get from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge by subway?

From Back Bay - South End to Cambridge by subway

To get from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End 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 21 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Back Bay - South End may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

21min$2.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay - South End
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 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
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Back Bay - South End to Cambridge by subway and train

To get from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train from Back Bay - South End station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The subway schedule from Back Bay - South End may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

27min$4.80
Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay - South End
  • 2
    Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBOROFRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    Wait for train
    FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    #1716 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    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
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge

The distance between Back Bay - South End, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 4.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay - South End 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 Back Bay - South End to Cambridge

To check the subway schedule from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay - South End) 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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From Back Bay - South End to Cambridge by subway and train

To get from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge in Boston, take the FRANKLIN/FOXBORO train from Back Bay - South End station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The subway schedule from Back Bay - South End may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

27min$4.80
Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Back Bay - South End
  • 2
    Train - FRANKLIN/FOXBOROFRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    Wait for train
    FRANKLIN/FOXBORO
    #1716 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    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
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge?

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge?

    The alternative route takes 27 minutes, using Train line FRANKLIN/FOXBORO, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay - South End and Cambridge in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 21 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Oak Grove station near Back Bay - South End to Downtown Crossing station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Crossing station near Cambridge in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between Back Bay - South End and Cambridge in Boston by subway is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay - South End to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Oak Grove station near Back Bay - South End in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay - South End and Cambridge in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Crossing station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge?

    The ride from Back Bay - South End to Cambridge costs $2.40.

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