How to get from South Station to Porter Square by subway?

From South Station to Porter Square by subway

Take one direct subway from South Station to Porter Square in Cambridge: take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Porter Square on the Moovit app.

24min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Porter
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Porter Square

The distance between South Station, Cambridge and Porter Square, Cambridge is approximately 4.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 24 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Porter Square by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from South Station to Porter Square

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Porter Square?

    The fastest way takes 24 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station and Porter Square?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from South Station in Boston to Porter Square in Cambridge in 24 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station to Porter Square?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station near South Station in Boston to Porter station near Porter Square in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Porter Square by subway?

    The total travel time between South Station in Boston and Porter Square in Cambridge by subway is about 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station to get to Porter Square?

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

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station and Porter Square?

    Get off the subway at the Porter station, which is closest to Porter Square in Cambridge.

  • When is the first train from South Station to Porter Square?

    The first train from South Station in Boston to Porter Square in Cambridge is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station at 1:40 AM.

  • When is the first subway from South Station to Porter Square?

    The first subway from South Station in Boston to Porter Square in Cambridge is Red Line. It leaves the South Station at 1:30 AM.

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

    The ride from South Station to Porter Square costs $2.40.

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