How to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University by bus and subway?

From Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Davis Sq. station. Next, take the 96 bus from Davis station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

19min$4.10
Walk to subway stationSubway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University by bus and subway via RED LINE and 94

To get from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Davis Sq. station. Next, take the 94 bus from Davis station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

17min$4.10
Walk to subway stationSubway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9494
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    Medford Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    4 min
  • 7
    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 Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University

The distance between Cambridge (Ma), Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 1.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Cambridge (Ma)

Cambridge (Ma) is located at Cambridge (Ma), Medford and the nearest public transit station is Concord Ave Opp Wheeler St.

Subway stations close to Cambridge (Ma):

  • Ball Square Station
  • Medford/Tufts Station
  • Alewife

Train stations close to Cambridge (Ma):

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Cambridge (Ma):

  • Concord Ave Opp Wheeler St
  • Concord Ave Opp Fawcett St
  • Alewife

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 Main St @ Windsor Rd.

Subway stations close to Tufts University:

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

Train stations close to Tufts University:

  • Porter

Bus stations close to Tufts University:

  • Main St @ Windsor Rd
  • Main St @ Wellesley St
  • College Ave @ Warner St

Related Routes

Alternative route from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University by bus and subway via RED LINE and 94

To get from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Davis Sq. station. Next, take the 94 bus from Davis station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 min. The ride fare is $4.10.

17min$4.10
Walk to subway stationSubway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9494
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    Medford Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    4 min
  • 7
    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 Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 96.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 17 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 94.

  • Is there a direct subway between Cambridge (Ma) and Tufts University?

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

  • Which subway line goes from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge to Ashmont station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ashmont station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge and Tufts University in Medford by subway and bus is about 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Cambridge (Ma) to get to Tufts University?

    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 Tufts University?

    Get off the subway at the Ashmont stop, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • When is the first subway from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University?

    The first subway from Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge to Tufts University in Medford is Red Line. It leaves the Alewife station at 7:09 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University?

    The ride from Cambridge (Ma) to Tufts University costs $4.10.

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