How to get from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square by subway?

Freedom Trail to Harvard Square - Subway Schedule

The ORANGE LINE subway from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square runs from 12:14 AM to 12:08 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Freedom Trail to Harvard Square by subway

To get from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the ORANGE LINE subway from State Street 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 Freedom Trail may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

26min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from State Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    State Street
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    12 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 Freedom Trail to Harvard Square

The distance between Freedom Trail, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 3.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Freedom Trail 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 Freedom Trail to Harvard Square

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

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

  • Is there a direct subway between Freedom Trail 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 Freedom Trail to Harvard Square?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from State Street station near Freedom Trail in Boston to Downtown Crossing station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Crossing station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square by subway?

    The total travel time between Freedom Trail in Boston and Harvard Square in Cambridge by subway is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Freedom Trail to get to Harvard Square?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the State Street station near Freedom Trail in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Freedom Trail and Harvard Square?

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

  • When is the first subway from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square?

    The first subway from Freedom Trail in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Red Line. It leaves the Downtown Crossing station at 1:31 AM.

  • When is the last train from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square?

    The last train from Freedom Trail in Boston to Harvard Square in Cambridge is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the North Station at 6:30 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square?

    The ride from Freedom Trail to Harvard Square costs $2.40.

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