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

The cheapest way to get from Swampscott to Harvard Square is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swampscott to Harvard Square is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Swampscott and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct train from Swampscott to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from Swampscott and arriving at Harvard via North Station and Downtown Crossing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Swampscott to Harvard Square?

The distance between Swampscott and Harvard Square is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swampscott to Harvard Square without a car is to train and subway which takes 54 min and costs $5 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Swampscott to Harvard Square, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Swampscott to Harvard Square train arrive?

Swampscott to Harvard Square train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Swampscott to Harvard Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Swampscott to Harvard Square is 14 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Swampscott to Harvard Square.

Where can I stay near Harvard Square?

There are 1757+ hotels available in Harvard Square.

Swampscott to Harvard Square - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Swampscott to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
2. Take the subway from Downtown Crossing to Harvardsubway Red Line
54 min
$5–11
Drive 14.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swampscott to Harvard Squarecar 14.2 mi
26 min
$3–4
Train, bus, subway
1. Take the train from Swampscott to Chelseatrain
2. Take the bus from Chelsea to South Stationbus Sl3
3. Take the subway from South Station to Harvardsubway
1h 4m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swampscott to Harvard Squaretaxi 14.2 mi
26 min
$45–55

Swampscott to Harvard Square by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

There is no direct connection from Swampscott to Harvard Square. However, you can take the train to North Station, walk to North Station, take the subway to Downtown Crossing, take the subway to Harvard, then walk to Harvard Square. Alternatively, you can take a train from Swampscott to Harvard Square via Chelsea, Chelsea, South Station, South Station, and Harvard in around 1h 4m.

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