How to get from Olin College to Harvard University by bus and subway?

Olin College to Harvard University - Bus Schedule

The RT201 bus from Olin College to Harvard University runs from 6:07 AM to 8:17 PM, with departures every 35 min-1 hr 35 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 41 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Olin College to Harvard University by bus and subway

To get from Olin College to Harvard University in Cambridge, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the RT201 bus from Babson College (Knight Lot) station to Woodland Mbta Train Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE D subway and finally take the 86 bus from Reservoir station to Mt Auburn St @ University Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $3.90. The bus and subway schedule from Olin College may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

101min$3.90
Walk to bus station
Bus - RT201RT201
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Bus - 8686
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Babson College (Knight Lot)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Babson College (Knight Lot)
    ID W15
    0.68 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - RT201RT201
    Wait for bus
    RT201
    Woodland Mbta Train Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Woodland Mbta Train Station
    ID W5
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Woodland
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Union Square
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Reservoir
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reservoir
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Harvard
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mt Auburn St @ University Rd
    ID 2074
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Harvard University
    Walk to
    Harvard University
    Concord Avenue
    0.73 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Olin College to Harvard University

The distance between Olin College, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 15.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Olin College 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 Olin College to Harvard University

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

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Bus line RT201, Subway line GREEN LINE D, Bus line 86.

  • Is there a direct bus between Olin College and Harvard University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Olin College to Harvard University?

    The RT201 bus line goes from Babson College (Knight Lot) station near Olin College in Needham to Woodland Mbta Train Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Woodland Mbta Train Station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

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

    The total travel time between Olin College in Needham and Harvard University in Cambridge by bus and subway is about 1 hr 41 min.

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

    Get on the RT201 bus from the Babson College (Knight Lot) stop near Olin College in Needham.

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

    Get off the bus at the Woodland Mbta Train Station, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

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

    The ride from Olin College to Harvard University costs $3.90.

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