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

The cheapest way to get from Harvard Square to Waltham is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Harvard Square to Waltham is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Harvard Square and Waltham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Western Ave opp Genzyme and arriving at Main St @ Liberty St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Harvard Square and Waltham?

No, there is no direct train from Harvard Square to Waltham. However, there are services departing from Harvard and arriving at Waltham via Porter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Harvard Square to Waltham?

The distance between Harvard Square and Waltham is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harvard Square to Waltham without a car is to line 70 bus which takes 46 min and costs $1 - $5.

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

The line 70 bus from Western Ave opp Genzyme to Main St @ Liberty St takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Harvard Square to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Western Ave opp Genzyme station.

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

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

Train or bus from Harvard Square to Waltham?

The best way to get from Harvard Square to Waltham is to line 70 bus which takes 46 min and costs $1 - $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Harvard Square to Waltham bus arrive?

Harvard Square to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Main St @ Liberty St station.

Where does the Harvard Square to Waltham train arrive?

Harvard Square to Waltham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Waltham station.

Can I drive from Harvard Square to Waltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Harvard Square to Waltham is 7 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Harvard Square to Waltham.

Where can I stay near Waltham?

There are 456+ hotels available in Waltham.

Harvard Square to Waltham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 70 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Harvard Square to Waltham by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 70 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Western Ave opp Genzyme to Main St @ Liberty Stbus 70
46 min
$1–5
Train
1. Take the train from Porter to Walthamtrain Fitchburg Line
1h 9m
$4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harvard Square to Walthamtaxi 6.6 mi
11 min
$23–28
Drive 6.6 mi
1. Drive from Harvard Square to Walthamcar 6.6 mi
11 min
$2
Line 70 bus via Western Ave @ N Harvard St
1. Take the bus from Western Ave @ N Harvard St to 691 Main Stbus 70
54 min
$3–9

Harvard Square to Waltham by foot and bus

470Weekly Services

46 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from Western Ave opp Genzyme to Main St @ Liberty St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from Porter to Waltham hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 12 min.

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