How to get from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA by train?

From Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA by train

Take one direct train from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston: take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from South Station station to Canton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The train schedule from Downtown Crossing may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

48min$8.00
Walk to train station
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    South Station
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #825 | Providence
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Canton Junction
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA by bus and subway

To get from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MATTAPAN LINE subway and finally take the 716 bus from Mattapan station to Washington St From Endicott St To Maple St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The train schedule from Downtown Crossing may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

74min$4.10
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Bus - 716716
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Downtown Crossing

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Downtown Crossing
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    20 min
  • 4
    Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
    Wait for subway
    MATTAPAN LINE
    Mattapan
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Mattapan
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mattapan
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 716716
    Wait for bus
    716
    Canton Village Shoppes
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St From Endicott St To Maple St
    ID 71644
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA

The distance between Downtown Crossing, Boston and Canton, MA, Boston is approximately 15.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA

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

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From Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA by bus and subway

To get from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the RED LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MATTAPAN LINE subway and finally take the 716 bus from Mattapan station to Washington St From Endicott St To Maple St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The train schedule from Downtown Crossing may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

74min$4.10
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Bus - 716716
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from Downtown Crossing

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Downtown Crossing
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    20 min
  • 4
    Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
    Wait for subway
    MATTAPAN LINE
    Mattapan
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Mattapan
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mattapan
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 716716
    Wait for bus
    716
    Canton Village Shoppes
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St From Endicott St To Maple St
    ID 71644
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

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

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line MATTAPAN LINE, Bus line 716.

  • Is there a direct train between Downtown Crossing and Canton, MA in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston in 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston?

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from South Station station near Downtown Crossing to #825 | Providence station near Canton, MA in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston by train?

    The total travel time between Downtown Crossing and Canton, MA in Boston by train is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downtown Crossing to get to Canton, MA in Boston?

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the South Station station near Downtown Crossing in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downtown Crossing and Canton, MA in Boston?

    Get off the train at the #825 | Providence station, which is closest to Canton, MA in Boston.

  • When is the first train from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston?

    The first train from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA in Boston is Providence/Stoughton. It leaves the South Station station at 2:45 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA?

    The ride from Downtown Crossing to Canton, MA costs $8.00.

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