How to get from Boston Common to Harvard University by bus and subway?

Boston Common to Harvard University - Subway Schedule

The GREEN LINE E subway from Boston Common to Harvard University runs from 12:24 AM to 12:16 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 30 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Boston Common to Harvard University by bus and subway

To get from Boston Common to Harvard University in Cambridge, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the GREEN LINE E subway from Arlington station to Park Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 75 bus from Harvard station to Concord Ave @ Bond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Boston Common may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

30min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 7575
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Arlington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Arlington
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7575
    Wait for bus
    75
    Belmont Center
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Bond St
    ID 2174
    4 min
  • 9
    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 Boston Common to Harvard University

The distance between Boston Common, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 5.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston Common 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 Boston Common to Harvard University

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

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE E, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 75.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston Common and Harvard University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston Common to Harvard University?

    The GREEN LINE E subway line goes from Arlington station near Boston Common in Boston to Park Street station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line till Park Street station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

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

    The total travel time between Boston Common in Boston and Harvard University in Cambridge by subway and bus is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston Common to get to Harvard University?

    Get on the GREEN LINE E subway from the Arlington station near Boston Common in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston Common and Harvard University?

    Get off the subway at the Park Street stop, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • When is the first train from Boston Common to Harvard University?

    The first train from Boston Common in Boston to Harvard University in Cambridge is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station at 1:40 AM.

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

    The ride from Boston Common to Harvard University costs $2.40.

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