How to get from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train?

From Harvard Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train

To get from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 77 bus from Harvard station to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $12.20. The bus and train schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

118min$12.20
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7777
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7777
    Wait for bus
    77
    Arlington Heights
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #410 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    17 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    47 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train via 96, FITCHBURG and LOWELL

To get from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 96 bus from Harvard station to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $12.20. The bus and train schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

118min$12.20
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9696
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #410 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    17 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    47 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA

The distance between Harvard Square and Lowell, MA is approximately 30.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 118 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lowell – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard Square) and destination (Lowell, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train via 96, FITCHBURG and LOWELL

To get from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 96 bus from Harvard station to Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $12.20. The bus and train schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

118min$12.20
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9696
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Harvard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #410 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    17 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    47 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA?

    The fastest way takes 118 minutes, using Bus line 77, Train line FITCHBURG, Train line LOWELL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA?

    The alternative route takes 118 minutes, using Bus line 96, Train line FITCHBURG, Train line LOWELL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harvard Square and Lowell, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA?

    The 77 bus line goes from Harvard station near Harvard Square in Cambridge to Arlington Heights station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Arlington Heights station near Lowell, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square and Lowell, MA by bus and train is about 1 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harvard Square to get to Lowell, MA?

    Get on the 77 bus from the Harvard stop near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harvard Square and Lowell, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Arlington Heights station, which is closest to Lowell, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA?

    The ride from Harvard Square to Lowell, MA costs $12.20.

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