How to get from Boston to Union Square (Station) by bus and subway?

Boston to Union Square (Station) - Bus Schedule

The 8 bus from Boston to Union Square (Station) runs from 12:44 AM to 11:59 PM, with departures every 15 min-14 hr 20 min. The trip takes about 39 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Boston to Union Square (Station) by bus and subway

To get from Boston to Union Square (Station) in Somerville, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 subway lines: take the 8 bus from Nubian station to Ruggles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the GREEN LINE D subway from Causeway St (East) station to Union Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Union Square (Station) on the Moovit app.

39min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 88
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE D
Leaves from Nubian

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nubian
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Kenmore
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ruggles
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Ruggles
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Causeway St (East)
    11 min
  • 7
    Subway - GREEN LINE D
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE D
    Union Square
  • 8
    Ride to subway station Union Square
    Ride to subway station
    Union Square
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston to Union Square (Station)

The distance between Boston, Somerville and Union Square (Station), Somerville is approximately 5.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston to Union Square (Station) by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Somerville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Boston to Union Square (Station)

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Union Square (Station)?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Bus line 8, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE D.

  • Is there a direct bus between Boston and Union Square (Station)?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Boston to Union Square (Station)?

    The 8 bus line goes from Nubian station near Boston in Boston to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till Ruggles station near Union Square (Station) in Somerville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston to Union Square (Station) by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Boston in Boston and Union Square (Station) in Somerville by bus and subway is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Boston to get to Union Square (Station)?

    Get on the 8 bus from the Nubian stop near Boston in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Boston and Union Square (Station)?

    Get off the bus at the Ruggles station, which is closest to Union Square (Station) in Somerville.

  • How much is the bus fare from Boston to Union Square (Station)?

    The ride from Boston to Union Square (Station) costs $2.40.

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