How to get from Salem to Harvard Square by subway and train?

From Salem to Harvard Square by subway and train

To get from Salem to Harvard Square in Cambridge, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Salem station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $10.40. The subway and train schedule from Salem may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

71min$10.40
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from Salem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Salem
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #120 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Causeway St (East)
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    4 min
  • 7
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Harvard Square
    Walk to
    Harvard Square
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Salem to Harvard Square

The distance between Salem, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 21.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salem to Harvard Square by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Salem to Harvard Square

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Salem and Harvard Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Salem to Harvard Square?

    The NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train line goes from North Station near Salem in Boston to Causeway St (East) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till Causeway St (East) station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Salem to Harvard Square by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Salem in Boston and Harvard Square in Cambridge by train and subway is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Salem to get to Harvard Square?

    Get on the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from the North Station near Salem in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Salem and Harvard Square?

    Get off the train at the Causeway St (East) station, which is closest to Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • How much is the train fare from Salem to Harvard Square?

    The ride from Salem to Harvard Square costs $10.40.

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