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How to get fromBack Bay to Harvard Squareby train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Back Bay to Harvard Square by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Saco Amtrak Station to BostontrainDowneaster
    3h 46m
    $33–39
  2. Drive 95.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Back Bay to Harvard Squarecar95.4 mi
    1h 55m
    $18–26
  3. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Wells Transportation Center to BostonbusGreyhound US0265s
    4h 44m
    $22–96

Back Bay to Harvard Square by bus, train, tram, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

Calendar46Weekly Services
Duration3h 46mAverage Duration
Ticket$33Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Back Bay, ME, USA and Harvard Square, Middlesex County, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Saco Amtrak Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26–35 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Wells Transportation Center to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $17–45 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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