How to get from Union Square to Harvard University by bus?

From Union Square to Harvard University by bus

To get from Union Square to Harvard University in Cambridge, take the 109 bus from Washington St @ Dane St station to Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island station. Next, take the 78 bus from Garden St Opp Mason St station to Concord Ave @ Bond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

27min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 109109
Bus - 7878
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Washington St @ Dane St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Dane St
    ID 2545
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 109109
    Wait for bus
    109
    Harvard Via Sullivan
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island
    ID 22549
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Garden St Opp Mason St
    ID 2170
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Arlmont Village
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Bond St
    ID 2174
    2 min
  • 7
    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 Union Square to Harvard University

The distance between Union Square, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 1.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square 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 Union Square to Harvard University

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

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Bus line 109, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Square and Harvard University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Square to Harvard University?

    The 109 bus line goes from Washington St @ Dane St station near Union Square in Somerville to Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

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

    The total travel time between Union Square in Somerville and Harvard University in Cambridge by bus is about 27 min.

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

    Get on the 109 bus from the Washington St @ Dane St stop near Union Square in Somerville.

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

    Get off the bus at the Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island stop, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • When is the last bus from Union Square to Harvard University?

    The last bus from Union Square in Somerville to Harvard University in Cambridge is the Harvard via Sullivan - Linden Square via Sullivan line. It leaves the Washington St @ Dane St stop at 7:34 PM.

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

    The ride from Union Square to Harvard University costs $1.70.

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