How to get from Newton to Harvard Square by bus?

From Newton to Harvard Square by bus

To get from Newton to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the 57 bus from Washington St @ Bacon St station to Washington St @ Chestnut Hill Ave station. Next, take the 86 bus from Market St @ Washington St station to Harvard station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from Newton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

39min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5757
Bus - 8686
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from Washington St @ Bacon St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Bacon St
    ID 903
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Kenmore
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Chestnut Hill Ave
    ID 918
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Market St @ Washington St
    ID 1035
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Harvard Square
    Walk to
    Harvard Square
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newton to Harvard Square

The distance between Newton, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 5.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newton to Harvard Square by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Newton to Harvard Square

To check the bus schedule from Newton to Harvard Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Newton) and destination (Harvard Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Bus line 57, Bus line 86.

  • Is there a direct bus between Newton and Harvard Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Newton to Harvard Square?

    The 57 bus line goes from Washington St @ Bacon St station near Newton in Boston to Washington St @ Chestnut Hill Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Washington St @ Chestnut Hill Ave station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

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

    The total travel time between Newton in Boston and Harvard Square in Cambridge by bus is about 39 min.

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

    Get on the 57 bus from the Washington St @ Bacon St stop near Newton in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Washington St @ Chestnut Hill Ave stop, which is closest to Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • When is the first train from Newton to Harvard Square?

    The first train from Newton in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Newtonville station at 1:25 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Newton to Harvard Square?

    The ride from Newton to Harvard Square costs $1.70.

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