How to get from Harvard Square to Government Center by subway?

From Harvard Square to Government Center by subway

Take one direct subway from Harvard Square to Government Center in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Park Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Government Center on the Moovit app.

21min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Government Center
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
    Park Street
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Government Center
    Walk to
    Government Center
    Cambridge Street
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard Square to Government Center

The distance between Harvard Square, Boston and Government Center, Boston is approximately 3.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Government Center 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 Government Center

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

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Government Center?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Government Center in Boston in 21 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Government Center?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Harvard Square in Cambridge to Park Street station near Government Center in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Government Center by subway?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Government Center in Boston by subway is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard Square to get to Government Center?

    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 Government Center?

    Get off the subway at the Park Street station, which is closest to Government Center in Boston.

  • When is the last subway from Harvard Square to Government Center?

    The last subway from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Government Center in Boston is the Red Line line. It leaves the Harvard Square station at 7:44 PM.

  • When is the last train from Harvard Square to Government Center?

    The last train from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Government Center 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 Government Center?

    The ride from Harvard Square to Government Center costs $2.40.

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