Kendall Square to Museum of Science
Plain directions from Kendall Square to Museum of Science, checked against the fall 2026 MBTA schedule.
Kendall Square to Museum of Science
- Red Line
- Take the Red LineFrom Kendall/MIT, toward Ashmont1 stop, about 2 min
- Get off at Charles/MGH
- Walk about 15 min to Museum of Science
Weekdays, fall 2026 schedule · First and last trips
Quick answer: Take the Red Line toward Ashmont to Charles/MGH, and walk about 15 min. The trip takes about 17 minutes. On weekdays the Red Line runs every 5 min during the day. Walking takes about 26 minutes, so on a nice day you may not need the T at all.
Get the live route from Kendall to Museum of Science
Step by step
- At Kendall/MIT, take the Red Line toward Ashmont.
- Ride 1 stop, about 2 min to Charles/MGH.
- Walk about 15 min to Museum of Science.
Times and frequency
| Day | First trip | Last trip | How often (daytime) | Trip time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Thursday | 5:27 am | 12:42 am | Every 5 min | About 17 min |
| Friday | 5:27 am | 1:41 am | Every 5 min | About 17 min |
| Saturday | 5:28 am | 1:42 am | Every 6 min | About 17 min |
| Sunday | 6:13 am | 12:42 am | Every 6 min | About 17 min |
First and last trip are when the first train of the trip leaves Kendall/MIT, on the fall 2026 schedule. "How often" is for the Red Line.
Late at night
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves Kendall/MIT at 12:42 am and gets to Museum of Science around 12:59 am. On Friday nights it runs later: the last trip leaves at 1:41 am. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 1:42 am, and on Sunday nights at 12:42 am. Late at night, ask Cobblehop for the last trip. It checks live times and tells you when to leave.
Tips for this trip
- The Museum of Science is on the dam over the Charles River, a short walk from Science Park/West End station.
- Kendall/MIT station is on Main Street in Kendall Square, at the east end of MIT.
Step-free access
MBTA data lists every station on this route (Kendall/MIT and Charles/MGH) as accessible. Kendall/MIT has 4 elevators in MBTA data. Elevators do break, so check the MBTA's elevator alerts before you go.
What it costs
- Subway. $2.40 one way.
- How to pay. Tap a contactless credit or debit card, phone or watch at the fare gate or bus door, or use a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket.
- Kids. Children 11 and under ride the MBTA free.
Fares as of October 2026. Check the MBTA's fares page before you ride.
Kendall Square to Museum of Science: common questions
How do I get from Kendall Square to Museum of Science by public transit?
Take the Red Line toward Ashmont to Charles/MGH, and walk about 15 min. The trip takes about 17 minutes.
How long does it take to get from Kendall Square to Museum of Science?
About 17 minutes on the main route. Walking takes about 26 minutes.
Do I have to change trains?
No. The Red Line goes all the way, so it's one ride.
How often does the Red Line run?
Every 5 min on weekdays during the day, every 6 min on Saturdays and every 6 min on Sundays, on the fall 2026 schedule.
What time is the last train from Kendall Square to Museum of Science?
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves Kendall/MIT at 12:42 am and gets to Museum of Science around 12:59 am. On Friday nights it runs later: the last trip leaves at 1:41 am. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 1:42 am, and on Sunday nights at 12:42 am.
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Official sources
Cobblehop is independent and isn't affiliated with these agencies or operators. Schedules on this page come from MBTA/MassDOT public data. Check their pages for the latest schedules and service changes:
- MBTA: Red Line
- MBTA: Kendall/MIT station
- MBTA: Charles/MGH station
- MBTA: fares
- MBTA: elevator and accessibility alerts
Published October 30, 2026. Times were computed from the fall 2026 MBTA schedule (2026-11-04 for weekdays). Service changes, so check Cobblehop for live times before you go.
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