MBTA Subway route overview

Mbta Rapid Charles Mgh 0 to Mbta Rapid Ball Square 0 MBTA Subway route

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$2.4Indicative fare
15 minEstimated time
11Stations
0Interchanges

Line sequence: #DA291C → #00843D → #003DA5 · Last checked: 2026-10-24

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Route overview

The MBTA Subway journey from Charles/MGH to Ball Square is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 8 km in 15 minutes across 11 stations.

MBTA Subway timings and fare

First trainCheck operator
Last trainCheck operator
Indicative fare$2.4
Discounted / pass fare$1.1

Transit fares, passes and concessions vary by agency and payment method. Confirm the current fare with the official operator.

Station-by-station route

  1. 1
    Charles/MGH#DA291C Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Park Street 0 · 1 min

  2. 2
    Park Street#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Government Center 0 · — min

  3. 3
    Government Center#003DA5 Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Haymarket 0 · — min

  4. 4
    Haymarket#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid North Station 0 · — min

  5. 5
    North Station#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Science Park West End 0 · 1 min

  6. 6
    Science Park/West End#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Lechmere 0 · 1 min

  7. 7
    Lechmere#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid East Somerville 0 · 2 min

  8. 8
    East Somerville#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Gilman Square 0 · 2 min

  9. 9
    Gilman Square#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Magoun Square 0 · 2 min

  10. 10
    Magoun Square#00843D Line

    Next: Mbta Rapid Ball Square 0 · 1 min

  11. 11
    Ball Square#00843D Line

    Terminal station

Travel tips

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Frequently asked questions

How many stations are between Charles/MGH and Ball Square?

There are 11 stations on this route, covering approximately 8 km.

How long does Charles/MGH to Ball Square take?

The estimated journey time is 15 minutes under normal operating conditions.

What is the MBTA Subway fare for this route?

$2.40 standard · $1.10 reduced Confirm the current fare before travelling.

What are the first and last MBTA Subway trains?

The available timing reference is Check operator for the first train and Check operator for the last train. Check the operator for the exact service-day schedule.

What facilities are available at Charles/MGH?

Charles/MGH facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.