How to get from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University by subway?

From Boston (South Station) to Tufts University by subway

To get from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Park Street station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Park Street station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

43min$2.40
Walk to subway stationSubway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from South Station
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University by subway via GREEN LINE E

Take one direct subway from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University in Medford: take the GREEN LINE E subway from Boylston station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

45min$2.40
Walk to subway stationSubway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Boylston
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Boylston
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University
The distance between Boston (South Station), Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 5.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Boston (South Station)

Boston (South Station) is located at Boston (South Station), Medford and the nearest public transit station is South Station Transp. Ctr.

Subway stations close to Boston (South Station):

  • Chinatown
  • Downtown Crossing
  • Tufts Medical Center

Train stations close to Boston (South Station):

  • South Station

Bus stations close to Boston (South Station):

  • South Station Transp. Ctr
  • Essex St @ Atlantic Ave
  • South Station Boston
Public transit stations close to Tufts University, Medford

Tufts University is located at 1953 College Ave, Medford, MA, Medford and the nearest public transit station is Broadway Opp Warner St - Powder House Sq.

Subway stations close to Tufts University:

  • Medford/Tufts Station
  • Ball Square Station
  • Magoun Station

Train stations close to Tufts University:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Tufts University:

  • Broadway Opp Warner St - Powder House Sq
  • College Ave @ Boston Ave
  • Broadway @ Warner St - Powder House Sq
Related Routes

Alternative route from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University by subway via GREEN LINE E

Take one direct subway from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University in Medford: take the GREEN LINE E subway from Boylston station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

45min$2.40
Walk to subway stationSubway - GREEN LINE E
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Boylston
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Boylston
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line RED LINE, Bus line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct subway between Boston (South Station) and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station station near Boston (South Station) in Boston to Alewife station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Alewife station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University by subway?

    The total travel time between Boston (South Station) in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by subway is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Boston (South Station) to get to Tufts University?

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

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Boston (South Station) and Tufts University?

    Get off the subway at the Alewife station, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • When is the last subway from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University?

    The last subway from Boston (South Station) in Boston to Tufts University in Medford is the Green Line E line. It leaves the Boylston station at 9:10 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University?

    The ride from Boston (South Station) to Tufts University costs $2.40.

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