How to get from Forest Hills to Somerville by subway?

From Forest Hills to Somerville by subway

To get from Forest Hills to Somerville in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Davis Sq. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Somerville on the Moovit app.

42min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    17 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Davis Sq.
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Forest Hills to Somerville by bus and subway

To get from Forest Hills to Somerville in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Sullivan Square station. Next, take the 90 bus from Sullivan Square station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Somerville on the Moovit app.

58min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 9090
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Sullivan Square
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sullivan Square
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Davis
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Davis
    Ride to bus station
    Davis
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Somerville

The distance between Forest Hills, Boston and Somerville, Boston is approximately 10.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills to Somerville by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Forest Hills to Somerville

To check the subway schedule from Forest Hills to Somerville using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Forest Hills) and destination (Somerville), 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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From Forest Hills to Somerville by bus and subway

To get from Forest Hills to Somerville in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Sullivan Square station. Next, take the 90 bus from Sullivan Square station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Somerville on the Moovit app.

58min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 9090
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Sullivan Square
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sullivan Square
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Davis
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Davis
    Ride to bus station
    Davis
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hills to Somerville?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hills to Somerville?

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 90.

  • Is there a direct subway between Forest Hills and Somerville in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Forest Hills to Somerville in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Forest Hills station near Forest Hills to Oak Grove station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Oak Grove station near Somerville in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Hills to Somerville in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills and Somerville in Boston by subway is about 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Forest Hills to get to Somerville in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Forest Hills station near Forest Hills in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Forest Hills and Somerville in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Oak Grove station, which is closest to Somerville in Boston.

  • How much is the subway fare from Forest Hills to Somerville?

    The ride from Forest Hills to Somerville costs $2.40.

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