What is the cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Back Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Back Bay is to subway which costs $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Back Bay?

The fastest way to get from Harvard University to Back Bay is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $14 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Back Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke St and arriving at Massachusetts Ave @ Marlborough St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Harvard University and Back Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harvard and arriving at Kendall/MIT. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Harvard University to Back Bay?

The distance between Harvard University and Back Bay is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Harvard University to Back Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Harvard University to Back Bay without a car is to subway which takes 11 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Harvard University to Back Bay?

The subway from Harvard to Kendall/MIT takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Back Bay bus from?

Harvard University to Back Bay bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke St station.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Back Bay train from?

Harvard University to Back Bay train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Harvard station.

Where does the Harvard University to Back Bay bus arrive?

Harvard University to Back Bay bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Massachusetts Ave @ Marlborough St station.

Where does the Harvard University to Back Bay train arrive?

Harvard University to Back Bay train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Kendall/MIT station.

Where can I stay near Back Bay?

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Harvard University to Back Bay - 5 ways to travel via subway, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Harvard University to Back Bay by subway, bus, taxi, foot, or tram

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Harvard to Kendall/MITsubway Red Line
11 min
$3
Line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke St to Massachusetts Ave @ Marlborough Stbus 1
25 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harvard University to Back Baytaxi 3.7 mi
10 min
$14–17
Walk
1. Take the foot from Harvard University to Back Baywalk 3.1 mi
1h
Subway, tram
1. Take the subway from Harvard to Park Streetsubway Red Line
2. Take the tram from Park Street to Copleytram E / ...
24 min
$5

Harvard University to Back Bay by foot and subway

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11 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Harvard University, MA, USA and Back Bay, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a subway from Harvard to Kendall/MIT every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke St to Massachusetts Ave @ Marlborough St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 19 min.

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