What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station?

The fastest way to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Riverside (Station) and Alewife Station?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Alewife via Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station?

The distance between Riverside (Station) and Alewife Station is 18 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station without a car is to tram and subway which takes 1h 7m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station train from?

Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station train arrive?

Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Park Street station.

Can I drive from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station is 8 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station.

Where can I stay near Alewife Station?

There are 1762+ hotels available in Alewife Station.

Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station - 4 ways to travel via tram, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station by tram, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, subway
best
1. Take the tram from Riverside to Park Streettram D
2. Take the subway from Park Street to Alewifesubway Red Line
1h 7m
$5
Drive 8.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Stationcar 8.3 mi
15 min
$2–3
Tram, line 86 bus
1. Take the tram from Riverside to Reservoirtram D
2. Take the bus from Reservoir to Harvardbus 86
1h 28m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Stationtaxi 8.3 mi
15 min
$28–35

Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station by tram and subway

921Weekly Services

1h 7mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Riverside (Station), MA, USA and Alewife Station, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Riverside (Station) to Alewife Station. However, you can take the vehicle to Park Street, walk to Park Street, then take the subway to Alewife. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Riverside to Alewife Station via Reservoir, Reservoir, Harvard, and Concord Ave @ Wheeler St in around 1h 28m.

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