How to get from Lexington to Harvard University by bus?

From Lexington to Harvard University by bus

To get from Lexington to Harvard University in Cambridge, take the 78 bus from Service Road West @ Watertown St station to Wadsworth Rd @ Dow Ave station. Next, take the 78 bus from Wadsworth Rd @ Dow Ave station to Concord Ave @ Parker St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from Lexington may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

38min$1.70
Bus - 7878
Bus - 7878
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Service Road West @ Watertown St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Lexington
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Arlmont Village
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wadsworth Rd @ Dow Ave
    ID 2464
    5 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Harvard
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Parker St
    ID 2161
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Harvard University
    Walk to
    Harvard University
    Concord Avenue
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lexington to Harvard University

The distance between Lexington, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 7.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lexington to Harvard University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Lexington to Harvard University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lexington to Harvard University?

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lexington and Harvard University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lexington to Harvard University?

    The 78 bus line goes from Wadsworth Rd @ Dow Ave station near Lexington in Boston to Concord Ave @ Parker St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Concord Ave @ Parker St station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lexington to Harvard University by bus?

    The total travel time between Lexington in Boston and Harvard University in Cambridge by bus is about 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Lexington to get to Harvard University?

    Get on the 78 bus from the Wadsworth Rd @ Dow Ave stop near Lexington in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lexington and Harvard University?

    Get off the bus at the Concord Ave @ Parker St stop, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • When is the first bus from Lexington to Harvard University?

    The first bus from Lexington in Boston to Harvard University in Cambridge is Harvard - Arlmont Village. It leaves the Appleton St @ Lublin St stop at 1:31 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Lexington to Harvard University?

    The ride from Lexington to Harvard University costs $1.70.

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