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How to get from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail by subway?

From Harvard Square to Freedom Trail by subway

To get from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to State Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Freedom Trail on the Moovit app.

26min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Freedom Trail
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    12 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    State Street
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to Freedom Trail
    Walk to
    Freedom Trail
    Freedom Trail, Boston, MA 02109, USA
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail

The distance between Harvard Square, Boston and Freedom Trail, Boston is approximately 3.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail

To check the subway schedule from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard Square) and destination (Freedom Trail), 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line ORANGE LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Freedom Trail?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 26 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Harvard Square in Cambridge to Downtown Crossing station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Crossing station near Freedom Trail in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail by subway?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Freedom Trail in Boston by subway is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard Square to get to Freedom Trail?

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

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Harvard Square and Freedom Trail?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Crossing station, which is closest to Freedom Trail in Boston.

  • When is the last train from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail?

    The last train from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Freedom Trail in Boston is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the Porter station at 6:47 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail?

    The ride from Harvard Square to Freedom Trail costs $2.40.