How to get from Boston to Davis Square by bus and subway?

Boston to Davis Square - Bus Schedule

The SL5 bus from Boston to Davis Square runs from 12:04 AM to 11:54 PM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 35 min. The trip takes about 44 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Boston to Davis Square by bus and subway

To get from Boston to Davis Square in Somerville, take the SL5 bus from Nubian station to Temple Pl @ Washington St station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Davis Sq. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Davis Square on the Moovit app.

44min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL5SL5
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Davis Square
Leaves from Nubian

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nubian
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Temple Pl @ Washington St
    ID 49001
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Street
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Davis Square
    Walk to
    Davis Square
    College Avenue
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston to Davis Square

The distance between Boston, Somerville and Davis Square, Somerville is approximately 7.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston to Davis Square by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Somerville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Boston to Davis Square

To check the bus and subway schedule from Boston to Davis Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Boston) and destination (Davis 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 Boston to Davis Square?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line SL5, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Boston and Davis Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Boston to Davis Square?

    The SL5 bus line goes from Nubian station near Boston in Boston to Temple Pl @ Washington St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Temple Pl @ Washington St station near Davis Square in Somerville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston to Davis Square by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Boston in Boston and Davis Square in Somerville by bus and subway is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Boston to get to Davis Square?

    Get on the SL5 bus from the Nubian stop near Boston in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Boston and Davis Square?

    Get off the bus at the Temple Pl @ Washington St station, which is closest to Davis Square in Somerville.

  • How much is the bus fare from Boston to Davis Square?

    The ride from Boston to Davis Square costs $2.40.

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