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

From Central to Canton, MA by subway and train

To get from Central to Canton, MA in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from Central 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 54 min. The ride fare is $10.40. The subway and train schedule from Central may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

54min$10.40
Subway - RED LINE
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Central
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    10 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 Central to Canton, MA by bus and train

To get from Central to Canton, MA in Boston, take the 47 bus from Green St @ Magazine St station to Ruggles 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 6 min. The ride fare is $9.70. The subway and train schedule from Central may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

66min$9.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Green St @ Magazine St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Green St @ Magazine St
    ID 1123
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ruggles
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 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
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central to Canton, MA

The distance between Central, Boston and Canton, MA, Boston is approximately 18.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central 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 Central to Canton, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Central to Canton, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central) 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 Central to Canton, MA by bus and train

To get from Central to Canton, MA in Boston, take the 47 bus from Green St @ Magazine St station to Ruggles 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 6 min. The ride fare is $9.70. The subway and train schedule from Central may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

66min$9.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Green St @ Magazine St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Green St @ Magazine St
    ID 1123
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ruggles
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 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
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

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

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Bus line 47, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Central in Cambridge and Canton, MA in Boston by subway and train is about 54 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Braintree station near Central in Cambridge.

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

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

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

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

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