How to get from Harvard University to Copley Square by bus and subway?

From Harvard University to Copley Square by bus and subway

To get from Harvard University to Copley Square in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 74 bus from Concord Ave @ Parker St station to Harvard station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 501 bus from Otis St @ Summer St station to Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The bus and subway schedule from Harvard University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Copley Square on the Moovit app.

43min$4.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7474
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 501501
Walk to Copley Square
Leaves from Concord Ave @ Parker St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Parker St
    ID 2161
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7474
    Wait for bus
    74
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Otis St @ Summer St
    ID 16535
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Brighton Via Copley And Cambridge St (Express)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St
    ID 178
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Copley Square
    Walk to
    Copley Square
    Boylston St
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard University to Copley Square

The distance between Harvard University, Boston and Copley Square, Boston is approximately 5.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard University to Copley Square 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 Harvard University to Copley Square

To check the bus and subway schedule from Harvard University to Copley Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard University) and destination (Copley Square), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Copley Square?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 74, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 501.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Copley Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harvard University to Copley Square?

    The 74 bus line goes from Concord Ave @ Parker St station near Harvard University in Cambridge to Harvard station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Harvard station near Copley Square in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard University to Copley Square by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Harvard University in Cambridge and Copley Square in Boston by bus and subway is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harvard University to get to Copley Square?

    Get on the 74 bus from the Concord Ave @ Parker St stop near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harvard University and Copley Square?

    Get off the bus at the Harvard stop, which is closest to Copley Square in Boston.

  • When is the last train from Harvard University to Copley Square?

    The last train from Harvard University in Cambridge to Copley Square in Boston is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the Porter station at 6:47 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Harvard University to Copley Square?

    The ride from Harvard University to Copley Square costs $4.25.

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