How to get from Back Bay Station to Davis Square by subway?

From Back Bay Station to Davis Square by subway

To get from Back Bay Station to Davis Square in Somerville, 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 Davis Sq. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Back Bay Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Davis Square on the Moovit app.

31min$2.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Davis Square
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay Station
  • 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
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    19 min
  • 6
    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 Back Bay Station to Davis Square

The distance between Back Bay Station, Somerville and Davis Square, Somerville is approximately 6.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay Station to Davis Square by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Somerville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Back Bay Station to Davis Square

To check the subway schedule from Back Bay Station to Davis Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay Station) and destination (Davis Square), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay Station to Davis Square?

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay Station and Davis Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 31 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay Station to Davis Square?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Downtown Crossing station near Back Bay Station in Boston to Davis Sq. station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Davis Sq. station near Davis Square in Somerville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay Station to Davis Square by subway?

    The total travel time between Back Bay Station in Boston and Davis Square in Somerville by subway is about 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay Station to get to Davis Square?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Downtown Crossing station near Back Bay Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay Station and Davis Square?

    Get off the subway at the Davis Sq. station, which is closest to Davis Square in Somerville.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay Station to Davis Square?

    The ride from Back Bay Station to Davis Square costs $2.40.

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