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How to get to Cambridge by bus
| Routes | 2 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| bus lines | 3 |
| Stations | 2 |
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About Cambridge
Cambridge, Massachusetts, is known for its stellar academic institutions (just like its English counterpart), located just across the Charles River from Boston. MIT and Harvard bring thousands of bright young minds to Cambridge, so expect to see lots of bars and restaurants to cater to the student crowd. Harvard University's campus is a draw for locals and visitors alike; walk through the historic Harvard Yard or visit some of the campus museums, the Harvard Art Museums and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Harvard Square and Central Square are two hubs for shopping, dining, and nightlife. Some local favorites include Lamplighter Brewing Company on Broadway, the Mad Monkfish for sushi, and Shay's Pub & Wine Bar. Sweat off your hangover the next day with a bike ride or walk along the Charles River Esplanade, with excellent views of the Boston skyline.
Cambridge connects to Boston's subway system, the T, on the red line. This makes it easy to reach Boston Logan Airport via public transportation. The nearest Amtrak station is also in Boston, but some intercity buses offer service directly into Cambridge. Go Buses and FlixBus US connect Cambridge to New York, Hartford, and Philadelphia with affordable bus tickets.
What bus companies travel to Cambridge, Massachusetts?
Bus companies serving Cambridge
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 170 | 9h 50m | US$62.50 |
| Greyhound | 27 | 17h 2m | US$71.85 |
| Go Buses | 1 | 4h 15m | US$33.71 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
GoBuses is a popular bus company with cheap tickets on various routes across the Northeast. GoBuses’ top priority is providing reliable, safe travel for all passengers. The carrier also offers onboard amenities for your comfort, including extra legroom, free Wi-Fi, clean restrooms on every bus, and power outlets at your seat.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Cambridge?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Cambridge by bus with Go Buses giving them a 4.1 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that FlixBus US had the most comfortable bus service to Cambridge taking into account the seats and amenities that FlixBus US offers. They rate FlixBus US a 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Cambridge punctually, travelers suggest that CoachRun has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Cambridge, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Cambridge is 2 Cambridgepark Dr. As Cambridge's main station, it has the most buses coming and going. However, a popular alternative is Alewife Bus Station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Washington D.C. | 14h 32m | US$65.78 |
| New York | 4h 31m | US$42.45 |
Top bus routes to and from Cambridge
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