How to get from Alewife Station to Harvard Square by subway?

From Alewife Station to Harvard Square by subway

Take one direct subway from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge: take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 13 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Alewife Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

13min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    7 min
  • 4
    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 Alewife Station to Harvard Square

The distance between Alewife Station, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 2.69 mi, which can typically be travelled in 13 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alewife Station to Harvard Square by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Alewife Station to Harvard Square

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

    The fastest way takes 13 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Alewife Station and Harvard Square in Cambridge?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge in 13 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Alewife Station to Harvard Square station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge by subway?

    The total travel time between Alewife Station and Harvard Square in Cambridge by subway is about 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Alewife Station to get to Harvard Square in Cambridge?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near Alewife Station in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Alewife Station and Harvard Square in Cambridge?

    Get off the subway at the Harvard Square station, which is closest to Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • When is the last bus from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge?

    The last bus from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge is the Harvard - Arlmont Village line. It leaves the Concord Ave Opp Wheeler St stop at 7:47 PM.

  • When is the first subway from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge?

    The first subway from Alewife Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Red Line. It leaves the Alewife station at 2:00 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Alewife Station to Harvard Square?

    The ride from Alewife Station to Harvard Square costs $2.40.

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