How to get from South Station to Malden by subway?

From South Station to Malden by subway

To get from South Station to Malden in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Malden Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Malden on the Moovit app.

20min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
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
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Malden Center
    Ride to subway station
    Malden Center
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Station to Malden by subway and train

To get from South Station to Malden in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from South Station station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Malden Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Malden on the Moovit app.

28min$4.80
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #923 | Stoughton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Malden Center
    Ride to subway station
    Malden Center
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Malden

The distance between South Station, Boston and Malden, Boston is approximately 5.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Malden by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from South Station to Malden

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

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From South Station to Malden by subway and train

To get from South Station to Malden in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from South Station station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Malden Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The subway schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Malden on the Moovit app.

28min$4.80
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Station
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #923 | Stoughton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Malden Center
    Ride to subway station
    Malden Center
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Malden?

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line ORANGE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Station to Malden?

    The alternative route takes 28 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Subway line ORANGE LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station and Malden in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 20 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station to Malden in Boston?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near South Station to Downtown Crossing station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Crossing station near Malden in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Malden in Boston by subway?

    The total travel time between South Station and Malden in Boston by subway is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station to get to Malden in Boston?

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

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station and Malden in Boston?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Crossing station, which is closest to Malden in Boston.

  • When is the first train from South Station to Malden in Boston?

    The first train from South Station to Malden in Boston is Haverhill. It leaves the North Station station at 3:00 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station to Malden?

    The ride from South Station to Malden costs $2.40.

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