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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harvard Square is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harvard Square is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from Walkers Brook Dr @ New Crossing Rd and arriving at Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island via Sullivan Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harvard via Oak Grove and Downtown Crossing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Reading to Harvard Square?

The distance between Reading and Harvard Square is 17 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Harvard Square without a car is to train and subway which takes 53 min and costs $4 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Reading to Harvard Square, including transfers.

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

Reading to Harvard Square bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Walkers Brook Dr @ New Crossing Rd station.

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

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

Where does the Reading to Harvard Square bus arrive?

Reading to Harvard Square bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Oak Grove Busway station.

Where does the Reading to Harvard Square train arrive?

Reading to Harvard Square train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Oak Grove station.

Can I drive from Reading to Harvard Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harvard Square is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Reading to Harvard Square.

Where can I stay near Harvard Square?

There are 1758+ hotels available in Harvard Square.

Reading to Harvard Square - 4 ways to travel via train, subway

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Oak Grovetrain
2. Take the subway from Oak Grove to Downtown Crossingsubway
3. Take the subway from Downtown Crossing to Harvardsubway
53 min
$4–10
Drive 12.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harvard Squarecar 12.1 mi
21 min
$3–4
Line 137 bus, line 109 bus
1. Take the bus from Walkers Brook Dr @ New Crossing Rd to Oak Grove Buswaybus 137
2. Take the bus from Sullivan Square to Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Islandbus 109
1h 8m
$6–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Harvard Squaretaxi 12.1 mi
21 min
$40–50

Reading to Harvard Square by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Walkers Brook Dr @ New Crossing Rd to Harvard Square via Oak Grove Busway, Oak Grove, Sullivan Square, Sullivan Square, and Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island in around 1h 8m.

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