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

From South Station to Harvard Square by subway

Take one direct subway from South Station to Harvard Square in Cambridge: take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

23min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    14 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 South Station to Harvard Square

The distance between South Station, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 3.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South 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 South Station to Harvard Square

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

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from South Station in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge in 23 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station to Harvard Square?

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

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

    The total travel time between South Station in Boston and Harvard Square in Cambridge by subway is about 23 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station near South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South 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 train from South Station to Harvard Square?

    The first train from South Station in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Framingham/Worcester. It leaves the South Station at 12:45 AM.

  • When is the first subway from South Station to Harvard Square?

    The first subway from South Station in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Red Line. It leaves the South Station at 1:30 AM.

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

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

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