Getting to Allston

Harvard affiliates and visitors benefit from a well-connected, multi-modal transportation network that links the Cambridge and Allston campuses. Whether you're commuting by shuttle, public transit, bike, or car, there are a variety of convenient and sustainable options to help you navigate campus and beyond.

Explore your transportation choices below — from daily and hourly parking to shuttle routes, MBTA connections, and pedestrian-friendly pathways.

Transportation Options

Parking

Harvard provides various short-term parking options for affiliates and visitors. Parking availability is subject to change.

  • Daily Parking
    • 2 Hague St Lot & Webster Lot - Purchase at HOPPS
    • HBS Lot - Purchase at HBS Lot Booth (credit card, first-come, first-served)
    • Soldiers Field Park Garage - Purchase at SFPG Booth (before 2pm, credit card, first-come, first-served)
  • Hourly Parking
    • 2 Hague St Lot, Webster Lot & Soldiers Field Park Garage - purchase with ZipBy
    • 2 Hague St Lot & Klarmen Lot - Multi-space meters (4 hour limit, credit card)
ZipBy entrance at Webster Lot

Public Transit

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) routes 64, 66, 70, and 86 serve the Allston campus. 

Live MBTA tracking, service alerts & arrival times Public Transit Wayfinding
MBTA bus driving over bridge in traffic

Harvard Shuttle

The Harvard Shuttle provides safe, convenient, and reliable transportation throughout the Cambridge and Allston campuses.

  • Ride the Allston Loop, Quad-SEC Direct, or SEC Express to travel between Harvard Square and Allston.

 

Real-time Harvard Shuttle tracking
Electric Shuttle Bus

Bike and Walk

Improvements to Allston's sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and bike lanes are ongoing. 

Harvard Map Bluebikes
Sustainable Transportation_Bike Lane

Campus Accessibility

  • Purchase short-term parking at accessible parking locations:
    • 2 Hague Street Lot (convenient for SEC/Treehouse area)
    • 114 Western Lot (convenient for SEC/Treehouse area)
    • HBS Lot (convenient for HBS area)
    • Dillon Lot (convenient for Athletics Complex)
  • All Harvard Shuttles are fully accessible
Campus Accessibility Maps
accessible parking sign

Useful Apps

Get around campus effortlessly with these popular apps.

BlueBikes

Use Bluebikes to travel across the Boston area on shared bikes and e-bikes. Harvard affiliates have access to a discounted annual membership.

Bluebikes station in front of the Smith Campus Center

MBTA Go App

MBTA Go is the official mobile app for live information about MBTA service. You can check arrival times, track vehicles, and learn about the latest closures.

Mobile app displaying wayfinding routes

Transit App

Use for tracking and wayfinding of the MBTA buses, subway, commuter rail, and Bluebikes via a real-time integration.

Transit app logo

ZipBy

ZipBy is a ticketless system that provides flexibility for hourly parking needs at select Harvard University parking facilities.

ZipBy entrance at Webster Lot