Navigating Boston is straightforward, with convenient options available whether you’re arriving by air or train. Here’s a guide to getting to the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and Harvard Business School:
1. From Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
To the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston:
- By Taxi/Rideshare: Approx. 15 minutes (4 miles) depending on traffic.
- By Public Transit: Take the MBTA Silver Line (SL1) to South Station. The Federal Reserve Bank is a short 5-minute walk from South Station.
To Harvard Business School (HBS):
- By Taxi/Rideshare: Approx. 25 minutes (9 miles) depending on traffic.
- By Public Transit: Take the MBTA Silver Line (SL1) to South Station, then transfer to the Red Line towards Alewife. Get off at Harvard Station and take a short bus ride (Route 66) or walk 15-20 minutes to HBS.
2. From Amtrak and Regional Train Stations
To the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston:
- From South Station: Located just a 5-minute walk from the Federal Reserve Bank.
- From Back Bay Station: Take the Orange Line to Downtown Crossing and walk 10 minutes to the Federal Reserve Bank.
To Harvard Business School:
- From South Station: Take the Red Line towards Alewife to Harvard Station. From there, take a short bus ride (Route 66) or walk to HBS.
- From Back Bay Station: Take the Orange Line to Downtown Crossing, then transfer to the Red Line towards Alewife. Exit at Harvard Station and follow the directions above.
3. Additional Tips
Boston is highly walkable and well-connected by public transit (MBTA), so using the “T” is often the easiest and most affordable way to travel. Rideshare services and taxis are readily available at both the airport and train stations for direct transfers.
For up-to-date schedules and transit maps, visit the MBTA website.