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How to get from South Station to Porter by subway?

From South Station to Porter by subway

Take one direct subway from South Station to Porter in Cambridge: take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Porter on the Moovit app.

25min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Porter
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Porter

The distance between South Station, Cambridge and Porter, Cambridge is approximately 4.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Porter by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from South Station to Porter

To check the subway schedule from South Station to Porter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station) and destination (Porter), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Porter?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station and Porter?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from South Station in Boston to Porter in Cambridge in 25 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station to Porter?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station station near South Station in Boston to Porter station near Porter in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Porter by subway?

    The total travel time between South Station in Boston and Porter in Cambridge by subway is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station to get to Porter?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station station near South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station and Porter?

    Get off the subway at the Porter station, which is closest to Porter in Cambridge.

  • When is the last subway from South Station to Porter?

    The last subway from South Station in Boston to Porter in Cambridge is the Red Line line. It leaves the South Station station at 7:41 PM.

  • When is the first train from South Station to Porter?

    The first train from South Station in Boston to Porter in Cambridge is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station station at 3:45 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station to Porter?

    The ride from South Station to Porter costs $2.40.

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