How to get from Harvard to Canton, MA by subway and train?

From Harvard to Canton, MA by subway and train

To get from Harvard to Canton, MA in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to South Station station. Next, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from South Station station to Canton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is $10.40. The subway and train schedule from Harvard may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

60min$10.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Harvard Square
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #825 | Providence
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Canton Junction
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Harvard to Canton, MA by bus and train

To get from Harvard to Canton, MA in Boston, take the 1 bus from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St station to Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station station. Next, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Ruggles station to Canton Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $9.70. The subway and train schedule from Harvard may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

73min$9.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St
    ID 110
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Nubian
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station
    ID 187
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ruggles
    860 yd • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #925 | Stoughton
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Canton Center
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard to Canton, MA

The distance between Harvard, Boston and Canton, MA, Boston is approximately 19.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 60 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard to Canton, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Harvard to Canton, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Harvard to Canton, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard) and destination (Canton, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, 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 subway and train schedules.

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From Harvard to Canton, MA by bus and train

To get from Harvard to Canton, MA in Boston, take the 1 bus from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St station to Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station station. Next, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Ruggles station to Canton Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $9.70. The subway and train schedule from Harvard may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

73min$9.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St
    ID 110
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Nubian
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station
    ID 187
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ruggles
    860 yd • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #925 | Stoughton
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Canton Center
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard to Canton, MA?

    The fastest way takes 60 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Harvard to Canton, MA?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard and Canton, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 60 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard to Canton, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Harvard Square station near Harvard in Cambridge to Braintree station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Braintree station near Canton, MA in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard to Canton, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Harvard in Cambridge and Canton, MA in Boston by subway and train is about 60 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard to get to Canton, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Harvard Square station near Harvard in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Harvard and Canton, MA?

    Get off the subway at the Braintree station, which is closest to Canton, MA in Boston.

  • How much is the subway fare from Harvard to Canton, MA?

    The ride from Harvard to Canton, MA costs $10.40.

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