How to get from Harvard University to Wellesley College by bus, subway and train?

From Harvard University to Wellesley College by bus, subway and train

To get from Harvard University to Wellesley College you’ll need to take one bus line, one subway line and one train line: take the 78 bus from Concord Ave @ Parker St station to Harvard station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from South Station station to Wellesley Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $10.40. The bus, subway and train schedule from Harvard University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Wellesley College on the Moovit app.

83min$10.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Walk to Wellesley College
Leaves from Concord Ave @ Parker St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Parker St
    ID 2161
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harvard
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    13 min
  • 7
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #525 | Worcester
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wellesley Square
    34 min
  • 9
    Walk to Wellesley College
    Walk to
    Wellesley College
    106 Central St
    0.83 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard University to Wellesley College

The distance between Harvard University and Wellesley College is approximately 20.35 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard University to Wellesley College by bus, subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wellesley – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Subway And Train schedule from Harvard University to Wellesley College

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Wellesley College?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 78, Subway line RED LINE, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Wellesley College?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harvard University to Wellesley College?

    The 78 bus line goes from Concord Ave @ Parker St station near Harvard University in Cambridge to Harvard station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line till Harvard station near Wellesley College.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard University to Wellesley College by bus, subway and train?

    The total travel time between Harvard University and Wellesley College by bus, subway and train is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harvard University to get to Wellesley College?

    Get on the 78 bus from the Concord Ave @ Parker St stop near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harvard University and Wellesley College?

    Get off the bus at the Harvard station, which is closest to Wellesley College.

  • How much is the total bus, subway and train fare from Harvard University to Wellesley College?

    The ride from Harvard University to Wellesley College costs $10.40.

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