How to get from Medford to Boston by bus and subway?

From Medford to Boston by bus and subway

To get from Medford to Boston in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Wellington station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 47 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from Medford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

35min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 4747
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Wellington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Wellington
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ruggles
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Medford to Boston by bus and subway via ORANGE LINE and 28

To get from Medford to Boston in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Wellington station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 28 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Medford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

36min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 2828
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Wellington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Wellington
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ruggles
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Mattapan
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Medford to Boston

The distance between Medford and Boston is approximately 6.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Medford to Boston by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Medford to Boston

To check the bus and subway schedule from Medford to Boston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Medford) and destination (Boston), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and subway schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Medford to Boston by bus and subway via ORANGE LINE and 28

To get from Medford to Boston in Boston, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Wellington station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 28 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Medford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Boston on the Moovit app.

36min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 2828
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Wellington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Wellington
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ruggles
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Mattapan
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Medford to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 47.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Medford to Boston?

    The alternative route takes 36 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct subway between Medford and Boston in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Medford to Boston in Boston?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Wellington station near Medford in Boston to Forest Hills station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Forest Hills station near Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Medford to Boston in Boston by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Medford and Boston by subway and bus is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Medford to get to Boston in Boston?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Wellington station near Medford in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Medford and Boston in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Forest Hills stop, which is closest to Boston.

  • When is the first subway from Medford to Boston in Boston?

    The first subway from Medford to Boston in Boston is Orange Line. It leaves the Wellington station at 8:06 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Medford to Boston?

    The ride from Medford to Boston costs $4.10.

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