How to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester by bus and subway?

From Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester by bus and subway

To get from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, take the 23 bus from Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station to Washington St Opp Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Cambridge (Ma) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

62min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    37 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ruggles
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St Opp Algonquin St
    ID 461
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester by subway

Take one direct subway from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Fields Corner station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Cambridge (Ma) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

56min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Fields Corner
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    0.77 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester

The distance between Cambridge (Ma), Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 13.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester 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 Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester

To check the bus and subway schedule from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cambridge (Ma)) and destination (Dorchester), 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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From Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester by subway

Take one direct subway from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Fields Corner station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Cambridge (Ma) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

56min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Fields Corner
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    0.77 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 23.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester?

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Cambridge (Ma) and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge to Ashmont station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ashmont station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge and Dorchester in Boston by subway and bus is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Cambridge (Ma) to get to Dorchester?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Cambridge (Ma) and Dorchester?

    Get off the subway at the Ashmont stop, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

  • When is the first subway from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester?

    The first subway from Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge to Dorchester in Boston is Red Line. It leaves the Alewife station at 8:12 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester?

    The ride from Cambridge (Ma) to Dorchester costs $4.10.

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