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How to get from Dock Square to Tufts University by subway and train?

From Dock Square to Tufts University by subway and train

To get from Dock Square to Tufts University in Medford, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Rockport station to North Station station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from North Station station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $14.65.

131min$14.65
Walk to train station
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Rockport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rockport
    0.67 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #28 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    76 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Dock Square to Tufts University by bus and train

To get from Dock Square to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Rockport station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EZRIDE bus and finally take the 80 bus from Lechmere station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

131min$13.95
Walk to train station
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Bus - EZRIDEEZRIDE
Bus - 8080
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Rockport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rockport
    0.67 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #28 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    76 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Station
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - EZRIDEEZRIDE
    Wait for bus
    EZRIDE
    Outbound To Erie St From North Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lechmere
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lechmere
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Arlington Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dock Square to Tufts University

The distance between Dock Square, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 40.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dock Square to Tufts University by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

From Dock Square to Tufts University by bus and train

To get from Dock Square to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Rockport station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EZRIDE bus and finally take the 80 bus from Lechmere station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

131min$13.95
Walk to train station
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Bus - EZRIDEEZRIDE
Bus - 8080
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Rockport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rockport
    0.67 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #28 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    76 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Station
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - EZRIDEEZRIDE
    Wait for bus
    EZRIDE
    Outbound To Erie St From North Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lechmere
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lechmere
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Arlington Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dock Square to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dock Square to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 131 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Bus line EZRIDE, Bus line 80.

  • Is there a direct train between Dock Square and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dock Square to Tufts University?

    The NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train line goes from Rockport station near Dock Square in Rockport to #28 | North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till #28 | North Station station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dock Square to Tufts University by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Dock Square in Rockport and Tufts University in Medford by train and subway is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dock Square to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from the Rockport station near Dock Square in Rockport.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dock Square and Tufts University?

    Get off the train at the #28 | North Station station, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • How much is the train fare from Dock Square to Tufts University?

    The ride from Dock Square to Tufts University costs $14.65.