How to get from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square by subway?

From Back Bay Station to Harvard Square by subway

To get from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Back Bay Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

26min$2.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay Station
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    13 min
  • 6
    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 Back Bay Station to Harvard Square

The distance between Back Bay Station, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 4.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay 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 Back Bay Station to Harvard Square

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

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

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay Station and Harvard Square?

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

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Downtown Crossing station near Back Bay Station in Boston to Harvard Square station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Harvard Square station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square by subway?

    The total travel time between Back Bay Station in Boston and Harvard Square in Cambridge by subway is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay Station to get to Harvard Square?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Downtown Crossing station near Back Bay Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay Station and Harvard Square?

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

  • When is the first bus from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square?

    The first bus from Back Bay Station in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Nubian - Harvard. It leaves the Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station stop at 12:47 AM.

  • When is the first train from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square?

    The first train from Back Bay Station in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the Back Bay - South End station at 12:50 AM.

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

    The ride from Back Bay Station to Harvard Square costs $2.40.

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