How to get from South Station to Canton, MA by train?

From South Station to Canton, MA by train

Take one direct train from South Station 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 41 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

41min$8.00
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
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    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 South Station to Canton, MA by bus and subway

To get from South Station to Canton, MA in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the RED LINE subway from South Station 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 13 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

73min$4.10
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Bus - 716716
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    South Station
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    18 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 South Station to Canton, MA

The distance between South Station, Boston and Canton, MA, Boston is approximately 15.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station 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 South Station to Canton, MA

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

To get from South Station to Canton, MA in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the RED LINE subway from South Station 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 13 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

73min$4.10
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Bus - 716716
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    South Station
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    18 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 South Station to Canton, MA?

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

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

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line MATTAPAN LINE, Bus line 716.

  • Is there a direct train between South Station and Canton, MA in Boston?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from South Station to Canton, MA in Boston in 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from South Station to Canton, MA in Boston?

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

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

    The total travel time between South Station and Canton, MA in Boston by train is about 41 min.

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

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the #825 | Providence station near South Station in Boston.

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

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

  • When is the last train from South Station to Canton, MA in Boston?

    The last train from South Station to Canton, MA in Boston is the Providence/Stoughton line. It leaves the South Station station at 7:55 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from South Station to Canton, MA?

    The ride from South Station to Canton, MA costs $8.00.

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