How to get from Providence to Harvard Square by subway and train?

From Providence to Harvard Square by subway and train

To get from Providence to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $14.65. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Harvard Square on the Moovit app.

94min$14.65
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

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    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
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    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
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    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    77 min
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    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
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    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Providence to Harvard Square

The distance between Providence, Cambridge and Harvard Square, Cambridge is approximately 47.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Providence to Harvard Square by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Providence to Harvard Square

To check the subway and train schedule from Providence to Harvard Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Providence) and destination (Harvard Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Providence to Harvard Square?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Providence and Harvard Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Providence to Harvard Square?

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from South Station station near Providence 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 Providence to Harvard Square by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Providence in Boston and Harvard Square in Cambridge by train and subway is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Providence to get to Harvard Square?

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the South Station station near Providence in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Providence and Harvard Square?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Providence to Harvard Square?

    The ride from Providence to Harvard Square costs $14.65.

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