What is the cheapest way to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum?

The cheapest way to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum?

The fastest way to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $23 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Harvard Square and Arnold Arboretum?

No, there is no direct bus from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum. However, there are services departing from Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island and arriving at 170 Walter St via Reservoir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Harvard Square and Arnold Arboretum?

No, there is no direct train from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum. However, there are services departing from Harvard and arriving at Forest Hills via Downtown Crossing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum?

The distance between Harvard Square and Arnold Arboretum is 10 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum without a car is to subway which takes 52 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum bus from?

Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island station.

Where do I catch the Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum train from?

Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Harvard station.

Where does the Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum bus arrive?

Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Reservoir station.

Where does the Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum train arrive?

Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Downtown Crossing station.

Can I drive from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum?

Yes, the driving distance between Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum.

Where can I stay near Arnold Arboretum?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Arnold Arboretum.

Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum - 4 ways to travel via subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Harvard to Downtown Crossingsubway Red Line
2. Take the subway from Downtown Crossing to Forest Hillssubway Orange Line
52 min
$2
Line 86 bus, line 51 bus
1. Take the bus from Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island to Reservoirbus 86
2. Take the bus from Reservoir to 170 Walter Stbus 51
1h 38m
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretumtaxi 6.8 mi
17 min
$23–29
Drive 6.8 mi
1. Drive from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretumcar 6.8 mi
17 min
$2

Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum by foot and subway

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Distance: 9.5 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum via Harvard, Downtown Crossing, and Forest Hills in around 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Harvard Square to Arnold Arboretum via Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island, Reservoir, and 170 Walter St in around 1h 38m.

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