How to get from Boston University to Harvard Square by subway?

From Boston University to Harvard Square by subway

To get from Boston University to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the GREEN LINE B subway from Amory Street station to Park Street station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Park Street station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Boston University may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

43min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE B
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard Square
Leaves from Amory Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Amory Street
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE B
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE B
    Government Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    22 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    10 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 Boston University to Harvard Square

The distance between Boston University, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 6.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston University 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 Boston University to Harvard Square

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

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE B, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston University and Harvard Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston University to Harvard Square?

    The GREEN LINE B subway line goes from Amory Street station near Boston University in Brookline to Park Street station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Park Street station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston University to Harvard Square by subway?

    The total travel time between Boston University in Brookline and Harvard Square in Cambridge by subway is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston University to get to Harvard Square?

    Get on the GREEN LINE B subway from the Amory Street station near Boston University in Brookline.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston University and Harvard Square?

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

  • When is the first bus from Boston University to Harvard Square?

    The first bus from Boston University in Brookline to Harvard Square in Cambridge is Nubian via Allston - Harvard via Allston. It leaves the Harvard St @ Beacon St stop at 1:00 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston University to Harvard Square?

    The ride from Boston University to Harvard Square costs $2.40.

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