How to get from Porter Square to Union Square (Station) by bus?

From Porter Square to Union Square (Station) by bus

Take one direct bus from Porter Square to Union Square (Station) in Somerville: take the 87 bus from Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr station to Somerville Ave @ Union Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $1.70. The bus schedule from Porter Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Square (Station) on the Moovit app.

22min$1.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Walk to Union Square (Station)
Leaves from Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr
    ID 2586
    260 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Lechmere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Somerville Ave @ Union Sq
    ID 2597
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Square (Station)
    Walk to
    Union Square (Station)
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Porter Square to Union Square (Station)

The distance between Porter Square, Somerville and Union Square (Station), Somerville is approximately 1.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Porter Square to Union Square (Station) by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Somerville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Porter Square to Union Square (Station)

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Bus line 87.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Porter Square in Cambridge to Union Square (Station) in Somerville in 22 min.

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

    The 87 bus line goes from Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr station near Porter Square in Cambridge to Somerville Ave @ Union Sq station near Union Square (Station) in Somerville.

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

    The total travel time between Porter Square in Cambridge and Union Square (Station) in Somerville by bus is about 22 min.

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

    Get on the 87 bus from the Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr stop near Porter Square in Cambridge.

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

    Get off the bus at the Somerville Ave @ Union Sq stop, which is closest to Union Square (Station) in Somerville.

  • When is the first bus from Porter Square to Union Square (Station)?

    The first bus from Porter Square in Cambridge to Union Square (Station) in Somerville is Lechmere - Arlington Center. It leaves the Elm St @ Porter Sq Shopping Ctr stop at 1:10 AM.

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

    The ride from Porter Square to Union Square (Station) costs $1.70.

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