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 32 min. The ride fare is $14.65.

92min$14.65
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    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
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    74 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Providence to Harvard Square by subway and train via ACELA and RED LINE

To get from Providence to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the ACELA 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 9 min.

69min
Train - ACELAACELA
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Providence

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  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    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 47.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 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.

Public transit stations close to Providence

Providence is located at Providence, Cambridge and the nearest public transit station is Gaspee Opposite Providence Station.

Train stations close to Providence:

  • Providence

Bus stations close to Providence:

  • Gaspee Opposite Providence Station
  • Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange)
  • Park Row West (Drop-Off Only)

Ferry stations close to Providence:

  • Providence, Ri

Public transit stations close to Harvard Square, Cambridge

Harvard Square is located at Harvard Square, Cambridge and the nearest public transit station is Harvard.

Subway stations close to Harvard Square:

  • Harvard Square
  • Central
  • Gilman Square

Train stations close to Harvard Square:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Harvard Square:

  • Harvard
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St
  • Harvard - Brattle St @ Palmer St

Related Routes

Alternative route from Providence to Harvard Square by subway and train via ACELA and RED LINE

To get from Providence to Harvard Square in Cambridge, take the ACELA 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 9 min.

69min
Train - ACELAACELA
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    51 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Subway line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Providence to Harvard Square?

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Train line ACELA, 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 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Providence to Harvard Square?

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from #824 | South Station station near Providence in Boston to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till South Station 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 32 min.

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

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the #824 | 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 South Station 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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