Public Transit
Benefits & Tools
Order Transit Products
Harvard University offers a 60% subsidy on transit commuting expenses for benefits-eligible employees.
Pre-Tax Parking
Use pre-tax funds up to federal limits for work-related parking tied to your commute. Load funds to your Jawnt Pass or submit parking reimbursements through Jawnt.
Transit Benefit Calculator
Determine if you should commute via pay-per-ride or buy a monthly pass for your transit commute. Calculate your parking expenses and pre-tax savings opportunities. Use this calculator to compare your estimated monthly costs and savings.
Useful 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.
M2 Shuttle Tracking
The Longwood Collective operates the M2 shuttle, which connects Harvard Medical School in the Longwood Medical Area (LMA) to Harvard Square (Lamont Library). Download the Transloc app for real-time shuttle tracking.
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.
Passio Shuttle Tracking
Use the PassioGo! app to track Harvard's fixed route shuttle between Cambridge and Allston.
Transit App
Use for tracking and wayfinding of the MBTA buses, subway, commuter rail, and Bluebikes via a real-time integration.
Zipcar
Rent cars on demand by the hour or day to go where you want, when you want. Harvard affiliates receive a discounted membership.
