How to get from Boston South Station to Shirley, MA by subway and train?

From Boston South Station to Shirley, MA by subway and train

To get from Boston South Station to Shirley, MA in Shirley, take the RED LINE subway from South Station 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 34 min. The ride fare is $14.65. The subway and train schedule from Boston South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

94min$14.65
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    17 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 Boston South Station to Shirley, MA

The distance between Boston South Station and Shirley, MA is approximately 40.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston South Station 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 Boston South Station to Shirley, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston South Station 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 34 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston South Station to Shirley, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station near Boston South Station in Boston 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 Boston South Station to Shirley, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Boston South Station and Shirley, MA by subway and train is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston South Station to get to Shirley, MA?

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

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston South Station and Shirley, MA?

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

  • When is the first train from Boston South Station to Shirley, MA?

    The first train from Boston South Station in Boston to Shirley, MA in Shirley is Fitchburg. It leaves the North Station at 2:20 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston South Station to Shirley, MA?

    The ride from Boston South Station to Shirley, MA costs $14.65.

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