#  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](https://hopps.vpcs.harvard.edu/)
    - 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](https://transportation.harvard.edu/zipby)
    - 2 Hague St Lot & Klarmen Lot - Multi-space meters (4 hour limit, credit card)



 



      ![ZipBy entrance at Webster Lot](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_1_1__480x480/public/2024-07/Parking_Facilities_ZipBy_0.jpg?itok=PJi1LH8A) 

 

 

  

 



### 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 arrow\_circle\_right ](https://www.mbta.com/goapp?utm_term=null&utm_campaign=curated-content&utm_content=MBTA%20Go&utm_medium=whats-happening&utm_source=homepage) [ Public Transit Wayfinding arrow\_circle\_right ](https://transitapp.com/) 

 



      ![MBTA bus driving over bridge in traffic](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_1_1__480x480/public/2024-07/6.7.23%20Larz%20Anderson%20009.jpg?h=053f9803&itok=q0j1oRMo) 

 

 

  

 



### 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 arrow\_circle\_right ](https://shuttle.harvard.edu/) 

 



      ![Electric Shuttle Bus](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_1_1__480x480/public/2024-08/Electric%20Shuttle.jpg?h=11f3742b&itok=hQC5NUiz) 

 

 

  

 



### Bike and Walk 

 

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

- Visit the[ official Harvard map](https://map.harvard.edu) for preferred bicycle and pedestrian pathways.
- There are several Bluebike stations on the Allston campus, including one at the [Allston Mobility Hub](https://goo.gl/maps/d6dNCMPFMsTPhVtt9) (with e-bike dock). [Check out the Bluebike map](https://account.bluebikes.com/map).
- Allston Mobility Hub (glass bike shelter) - Available to all HUID holders (swipe to access)



 [ Harvard Map arrow\_circle\_right ](https://map.harvard.edu/) [ Bluebikes arrow\_circle\_right ](https://transportation.harvard.edu/bluebikes) 

 



      ![Sustainable Transportation_Bike Lane](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_1_1__480x480/public/2024-06/GettyImages-1419416041%20%281%29_0.jpg?itok=ur7R8mqG) 

 

 

  

 



### Campus Accessibility 

 

- [Purchase short-term parking](https://transportation.harvard.edu/daily-hourly-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 arrow\_circle\_right ](https://accessibility.harvard.edu/campus-access) 

 



      ![accessible parking sign](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_1_1__480x480/public/2025-06/IMG_9660_0.jpg?h=05d6e3f7&itok=79tPs6n6) 

 

 

  

 



 

 

 

##  Useful Apps 

Get around campus effortlessly with these popular apps.

 

 



  [### BlueBikes 

 ](/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](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2024-07/Bluebikes%20Smith%20Campus%20Center.jpg?h=1041b87f&itok=ycHT98c1) 

 



 

 

   [### MBTA Go App

 ](https://www.mbta.com/goapp?utm_term=null&utm_campaign=curated-content&utm_content=MBTA+Go&utm_medium=whats-happening&utm_source=homepage)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](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2025-03/2025-02-21-dotcom-app-1.png?itok=RGvgEcQR) 

 



 

 

   [### Passio Shuttle Tracking 

 ](https://shuttle.harvard.edu/)Use the PassioGo! app to track Harvard's fixed route shuttle between Cambridge and Allston.



 

 

   ![Electric shuttle on Memorial Drive](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2024-06/Transit_ElectricShuttle.jpg?h=57f89103&itok=crdu0eC3) 

 



 

 

   [### Transit App 

 ](https://transitapp.com/)Use for tracking and wayfinding of the MBTA buses, subway, commuter rail, and Bluebikes via a real-time integration.



 

 

   ![Transit app logo](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2024-07/Transit_App_icon.png?itok=soIGPEpK) 

 



 

 

   [### ZipBy

 ](/zipby)ZipBy is a ticketless system that provides flexibility for hourly parking needs at select Harvard University parking facilities.



 

 

   ![ZipBy entrance at Webster Lot](/sites/g/files/omnuum12016/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2024-07/Parking_Facilities_ZipBy_0.jpg?h=5243b4fb&itok=md6S5SqU) 

 



 

 

  

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