How to get from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station by subway?

From Harvard Square to Ruggles Station by subway

To get from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Ruggles station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Ruggles Station on the Moovit app.

29min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
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
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    12 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Ruggles
    Ride to subway station
    Ruggles
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station

The distance between Harvard Square, Boston and Ruggles Station, Boston is approximately 5.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 29 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station

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

    The fastest way takes 29 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line ORANGE LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Ruggles Station?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 29 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Harvard Square in Cambridge to Downtown Crossing station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Crossing station near Ruggles Station in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station by subway?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Ruggles Station in Boston by subway is about 29 min.

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

    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 Ruggles Station?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Crossing station, which is closest to Ruggles Station in Boston.

  • When is the first bus from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station?

    The first bus from Harvard Square in Cambridge to Ruggles Station in Boston is Nubian - Harvard. It leaves the Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St stop at 1:06 AM.

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

    The ride from Harvard Square to Ruggles Station costs $2.40.

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