What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) is to subway which costs $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $12 - $16.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Back Bay (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Union Square and arriving at Copley. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station)?

The distance between Cambridge and Back Bay (Station) is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) without a car is to subway which takes 15 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station)?

It takes approximately 15 min to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) train from?

Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Central station.

Where does the Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) train arrive?

Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Downtown Crossing station.

Where can I stay near Back Bay (Station)?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Back Bay (Station).

Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) - 4 ways to travel via subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) by subway, taxi, foot, or tram

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Central to Downtown Crossingsubway Red Line
2. Take the subway from Downtown Crossing to Back Baysubway Orange Line
15 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station)taxi 3.2 mi
9 min
$12–16
Walk
1. Take the walk from Cambridge to Back Bay (Station)walk 3.2 mi
1h 1m
Tram
1. Take the tram from Union Square to Copleytram D / ...
30 min
$3

Cambridge to Back Bay (Station) by subway

1496Weekly Subways

15 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.6 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Cambridge, MA, USA and Back Bay (Station), MA, USA?

You can take a subway from Central to Back Bay via Downtown Crossing in around 15 min.

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