How to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA by subway and train?

From Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA by subway and train

To get from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA in Shirley, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Porter station. Next, take the FITCHBURG train from Porter station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $14.65. The subway and train schedule from Cambridge (Ma) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

79min$14.65
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #409 | Wachusett
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    58 min
  • 6
    Walk to Shirley, MA
    Walk to
    Shirley, MA
    680 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA

The distance between Cambridge (Ma) and Shirley, MA is approximately 37.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Shirley – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cambridge (Ma)) and destination (Shirley, 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 Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct subway between Cambridge (Ma) and Shirley, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge to Porter station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Porter station near Shirley, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Cambridge (Ma) and Shirley, MA by subway and train is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Cambridge (Ma) to get to Shirley, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Cambridge (Ma) and Shirley, MA?

    Get off the subway at the Porter station, which is closest to Shirley, MA.

  • How much is the subway fare from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA?

    The ride from Cambridge (Ma) to Shirley, MA costs $14.65.

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