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

Alewife to Canton, MA - Subway Schedule

The RED LINE subway from Alewife to Canton, MA runs from 12:02 AM to 11:56 PM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Alewife to Canton, MA by subway and train

To get from Alewife to Canton, MA in Boston, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 train lines: take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train and finally take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Canton Junction station to Canton Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $10.40. The subway and train schedule from Alewife may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

69min$10.40
Subway - RED LINE
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Alewife
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    20 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
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #925 | Stoughton
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Canton Center
    3 min
  • 8
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alewife to Canton, MA

The distance between Alewife, Boston and Canton, MA, Boston is approximately 22.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alewife 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 Alewife to Canton, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Alewife to Canton, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Alewife) 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

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

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station near Alewife in Cambridge to Canton Junction station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Canton Junction station near Canton, MA in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Alewife in Cambridge and Canton, MA in Boston by subway and train is about 1 hr 9 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station near Alewife in Cambridge.

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

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

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

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

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