How to get from Harvard to Dorchester by bus?

From Harvard to Dorchester by bus

To get from Harvard to Dorchester in Boston, take the 1 bus from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St station to Nubian station. Next, take the 23 bus from Nubian station to Washington St @ Algonquin St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $3.40.

59min$3.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St
    ID 110
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Nubian
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    32 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Algonquin St
    ID 480
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Harvard to Dorchester by bus and subway

To get from Harvard to Dorchester in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square 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 54 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

54min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    29 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
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard to Dorchester

The distance between Harvard, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 7.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard to Dorchester by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Harvard

Harvard is located at Harvard, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St.

Subway stations close to Harvard:

  • Babcock Street
  • Central
  • Harvard Square

Train stations close to Harvard:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Harvard:

  • Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St
  • Harvard - Brattle St @ Palmer St
  • Harvard - Massachusetts Ave Opp Linden St

Public transit stations close to Dorchester, Boston

Dorchester is located at Bradlee Street, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Four Corners/Geneva.

Subway stations close to Dorchester:

  • Shawmut

Train stations close to Dorchester:

  • Four Corners/Geneva
  • Talbot Avenue

Bus stations close to Dorchester:

  • Washington St @ Park St
  • Geneva Ave @ Holiday St
  • Washington St @ Kenwood St

Related Routes

From Harvard to Dorchester by bus and subway

To get from Harvard to Dorchester in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square 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 54 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

54min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 2323
Walk to Dorchester
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    29 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
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dorchester
    Walk to
    Dorchester
    Bradlee Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 23.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The alternative route takes 54 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harvard and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The 1 bus line goes from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St station near Harvard in Cambridge to Nubian station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Nubian station near Dorchester in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard to Dorchester by bus?

    The total travel time between Harvard in Cambridge and Dorchester in Boston by bus is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harvard to get to Dorchester?

    Get on the 1 bus from the Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St stop near Harvard in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harvard and Dorchester?

    Get off the bus at the Nubian stop, which is closest to Dorchester in Boston.

  • When is the first subway from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The first subway from Harvard in Cambridge to Dorchester in Boston is Red Line. It leaves the Harvard Square station at 7:09 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The ride from Harvard to Dorchester costs $3.40.

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