How to get from Harvard Square to Lexington by bus and subway?

Harvard Square to Lexington - Subway Schedule

The RED LINE subway from Harvard Square to Lexington runs from 12:27 AM to 12:33 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 25 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Harvard Square to Lexington by bus and subway

To get from Harvard Square to Lexington in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Alewife station. Next, take the 76 bus from Alewife station to Service Road West @ Watertown St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Lexington on the Moovit app.

25min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 7676
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Alewife
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Alewife
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    Lincoln Lab
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Service Road West @ Watertown St
    Ride to bus station
    Service Road West @ Watertown St
    ID 2493
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard Square to Lexington

The distance between Harvard Square, Boston and Lexington, Boston is approximately 6.65 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Lexington by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Harvard Square to Lexington

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

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 76.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Lexington?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 25 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Lexington?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Lexington by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Lexington in Boston by subway and bus is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard Square to get to Lexington?

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

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Harvard Square and Lexington?

    Get off the subway at the Alewife stop, which is closest to Lexington in Boston.

  • When is the first bus from Harvard Square to Lexington?

    The first bus from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Lexington in Boston is Harvard - Arlmont Village. It leaves the Harvard stop at 1:50 AM.

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

    The ride from Harvard Square to Lexington costs $2.40.

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