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How to get from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University by subway?

From 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University by subway

To get from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University in Medford, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Roxbury Crossing 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 50 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from 42a John Eliot Sq may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

50min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Roxbury Crossing

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Roxbury Crossing
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    13 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
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 14 bus from 42a John Eliot Sq station to Nubian station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL5 bus and finally take the GREEN LINE E subway from Park Street station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $5.80. The subway schedule from 42a John Eliot Sq may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

61min$5.80
Bus - 1414
Bus - SL5SL5
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from 42a John Eliot Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    42a John Eliot Sq
  • 2
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Roslindale Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Downtown
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Temple Pl @ Washington St
    ID 49001
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Street
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    26 min
  • 9
    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 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University

The distance between 42a John Eliot Sq, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 8.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Medford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University

To check the subway schedule from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (42a John Eliot Sq) and destination (Tufts University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, 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 schedules.

From 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 14 bus from 42a John Eliot Sq station to Nubian station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL5 bus and finally take the GREEN LINE E subway from Park Street station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $5.80. The subway schedule from 42a John Eliot Sq may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

61min$5.80
Bus - 1414
Bus - SL5SL5
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from 42a John Eliot Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    42a John Eliot Sq
  • 2
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Roslindale Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL5SL5
    Wait for bus
    SL5
    Downtown
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Temple Pl @ Washington St
    ID 49001
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Street
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    26 min
  • 9
    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 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 61 minutes, using Bus line 14, Bus line SL5, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct subway between 42a John Eliot Sq and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Roxbury Crossing station near 42a John Eliot Sq in Boston to Oak Grove station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Oak Grove station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University by subway?

    The total travel time between 42a John Eliot Sq in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by subway is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 42a John Eliot Sq to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Roxbury Crossing station near 42a John Eliot Sq in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 42a John Eliot Sq and Tufts University?

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

  • When is the last subway from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University?

    The last subway from 42a John Eliot Sq in Boston to Tufts University in Medford is the Green Line E line. It leaves the Longwood Medical Area station at 9:58 PM.

  • When is the last bus from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University?

    The last bus from 42a John Eliot Sq in Boston to Tufts University in Medford is the Nubian via Allston - Harvard via Allston line. It leaves the Malcolm X Blvd @ Tremont St stop at 10:12 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University?

    The ride from 42a John Eliot Sq to Tufts University costs $2.40.