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 40 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.

40min$2.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Forest Hills
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Davis Sq.
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    19 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 10.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 40 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE.

  • 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 40 min.

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

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Downtown Crossing station near Forest Hills to Davis Sq. station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Davis Sq. 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 40 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 Downtown Crossing 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 Davis Sq. 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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