What is the cheapest way to get from Acton to Harvard Square?

The cheapest way to get from Acton to Harvard Square is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Acton to Harvard Square?

The fastest way to get from Acton to Harvard Square is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Acton and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Acton to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A and arriving at Boston, MA - Copley Square via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Acton and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct train from Acton to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from South Acton and arriving at Harvard via Porter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Acton to Harvard Square?

The distance between Acton and Harvard Square is 26 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

How do I travel from Acton to Harvard Square without a car?

The best way to get from Acton to Harvard Square without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $17 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Acton to Harvard Square?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Acton to Harvard Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Acton to Harvard Square bus from?

Acton to Harvard Square bus services, operated by Yankee Line, depart from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A station.

Where do I catch the Acton to Harvard Square train from?

Acton to Harvard Square train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Acton station.

Train or bus from Acton to Harvard Square?

The best way to get from Acton to Harvard Square is to train which takes 54 min and costs $17 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Acton to Harvard Square bus arrive?

Acton to Harvard Square bus services, operated by Yankee Line, arrive at Boston, MA - Copley Square station.

Where does the Acton to Harvard Square train arrive?

Acton to Harvard Square train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Porter station.

Can I drive from Acton to Harvard Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Acton to Harvard Square is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Acton to Harvard Square.

Where can I stay near Harvard Square?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Harvard Square.

Acton to Harvard Square - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Acton to Harvard Square by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Acton to Portertrain Fitchburg Line
54 min
$18–26
Drive 19.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Acton to Harvard Squarecar 19.6 mi
30 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A to Boston, MA - Copley Squarebus Acton/Concord Commuter
1h 29m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Acton to Harvard Squaretaxi 19.6 mi
30 min
$60–75
Bus via Galen St @ Water St
1. Take the bus from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A to Boston, MA - Copley Squarebus Acton/Concord Commuter
2h 17m
$14–22

Acton to Harvard Square by bus, tram, subway, and foot

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Acton, MA, USA and Harvard Square, Middlesex County, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from South Acton to Porter hourly. Tickets cost $4–10 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Yankee Line operates a bus from Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A to Boston, MA - Copley Square 5 times a week. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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