How to get from South Station subway to Lexington by bus and subway?

South Station subway to Lexington - Subway Schedule

The RED LINE subway from South Station subway to Lexington runs from 12:14 AM to 12:20 AM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From South Station subway to Lexington by bus and subway

To get from South Station subway to Lexington in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. Next, take the 78 bus from Harvard station to Service Road West @ Watertown St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from South Station subway may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Lexington on the Moovit app.

51min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 7878
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    14 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 Service Road West @ Watertown St
    Ride to bus station
    Service Road West @ Watertown St
    ID 2493
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station subway to Lexington

The distance between South Station subway, Boston and Lexington, Boston is approximately 11.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station subway 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 South Station subway to Lexington

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

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station subway and Lexington in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 51 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station subway to Lexington in Boston?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station subway to Lexington in Boston by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between South Station subway and Lexington in Boston by subway and bus is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station subway to get to Lexington in Boston?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station near South Station subway in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station subway and Lexington in Boston?

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

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station subway to Lexington?

    The ride from South Station subway to Lexington costs $2.40.

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