How to get from Porter Square to Harvard University by bus and subway?

From Porter Square to Harvard University by bus and subway

To get from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge, take the RED LINE subway from Porter station to Harvard Square station. Next, take the 78 bus from Harvard station to Concord Ave @ Bond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 14 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Porter Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

14min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 7878
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Porter

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Porter Square
    Massachusetts Avenue
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    50 yd • 1 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
    4 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 Porter Square to Harvard University

The distance between Porter Square, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 2.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 14 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Porter Square 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 Porter Square to Harvard University

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

    The fastest way takes 14 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct subway between Porter Square and Harvard University in Cambridge?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 14 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Porter Square to Harvard station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Harvard station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Porter Square and Harvard University in Cambridge by subway and bus is about 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Porter Square to get to Harvard University in Cambridge?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Harvard Square station near Porter Square in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Porter Square and Harvard University in Cambridge?

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

  • When is the last bus from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge?

    The last bus from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge is the Harvard - Arlington Heights line. It leaves the Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd stop at 7:39 PM.

  • When is the last subway from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge?

    The last subway from Porter Square to Harvard University in Cambridge is the Red Line line. It leaves the Porter station at 7:39 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Porter Square to Harvard University?

    The ride from Porter Square to Harvard University costs $2.40.

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