How to get from Harvard to Dorchester by bus and subway?

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 $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Harvard may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Dorchester on the Moovit app.

54min$2.40
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
    50 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.
    30 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
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Public transit directions from Harvard to Dorchester

The distance between Harvard, Boston and Dorchester, Boston is approximately 10.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard 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 Harvard to Dorchester

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

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 23.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard and Dorchester?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Harvard in Cambridge to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station near Dorchester in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Harvard in Cambridge and Dorchester in Boston by subway and bus is about 54 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Harvard Square station near Harvard in Cambridge.

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

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

  • When is the last subway from Harvard to Dorchester?

    The last subway from Harvard in Cambridge to Dorchester in Boston is the Red Line line. It leaves the Harvard Square station at 7:04 PM.

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

    The ride from Harvard to Dorchester costs $2.40.

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