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

From South Acton to Canton, MA by subway and train

To get from South Acton to Canton, MA in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the FITCHBURG train from South Acton station to Porter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from South Station station to Canton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $20.90. The subway and train schedule from South Acton may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Canton, MA on the Moovit app.

138min$20.90
Train - FITCHBURG
Subway - RED LINE
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Walk to Canton, MA
Leaves from South Acton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Acton
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Porter
    41 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    16 min
  • 6
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #831 | Providence
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Canton Junction
    30 min
  • 8
    Walk to Canton, MA
    Walk to
    Canton, MA
    0.59 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Acton to Canton, MA

The distance between South Acton, Boston and Canton, MA, Boston is approximately 42.25 mi, which can typically be travelled in 138 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Acton 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 South Acton to Canton, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 138 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Subway line RED LINE, Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 18 min.

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

    The FITCHBURG train line goes from Porter station near South Acton to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till South Station station near Canton, MA in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between South Acton and Canton, MA in Boston by train and subway is about 2 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the FITCHBURG train from the Porter station near South Acton in Boston.

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

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

  • How much is the total train and subway fare from South Acton to Canton, MA?

    The ride from South Acton to Canton, MA costs $20.90.

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