How to get from Tufts University to Harvard University by bus and subway?

From Tufts University to Harvard University by bus and subway

To get from Tufts University to Harvard University in Cambridge, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 87 bus from Holland St @ Cameron Ave station to Holland St @ Dover St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 78 bus from Harvard station to Concord Ave @ Bond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Tufts University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

22min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 7878
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Holland St @ Cameron Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Holland St @ Cameron Ave
    ID 2579
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Lechmere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Holland St @ Dover St
    ID 2581
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Arlmont Village
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Bond St
    ID 2174
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Harvard University
    Walk to
    Harvard University
    Concord Avenue
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tufts University to Harvard University

The distance between Tufts University, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 3.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tufts University to Harvard University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Tufts University to Harvard University

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Bus line 87, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 78.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tufts University to Harvard University?

    The 87 bus line goes from Holland St @ Cameron Ave station near Tufts University in Somerville to Holland St @ Dover St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Holland St @ Dover St station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tufts University to Harvard University by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Tufts University in Somerville and Harvard University in Cambridge by bus and subway is about 22 min.

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

    Get on the 87 bus from the Holland St @ Cameron Ave stop near Tufts University in Somerville.

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

    Get off the bus at the Holland St @ Dover St stop, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • When is the last bus from Tufts University to Harvard University?

    The last bus from Tufts University in Somerville to Harvard University in Cambridge is the Harvard - Arlington Heights line. It leaves the Massachusetts Ave @ Cedar St stop at 7:34 PM.

  • When is the last subway from Tufts University to Harvard University?

    The last subway from Tufts University in Somerville to Harvard University in Cambridge is the Red Line line. It leaves the Davis Sq. station at 7:35 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Tufts University to Harvard University?

    The ride from Tufts University to Harvard University costs $2.40.

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