How to get from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University by bus and subway?

From Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the MATTAPAN LINE subway from Central Avenue station to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 96 bus from Davis station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

63min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Central Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Central Avenue
  • 2
    Subway - MATTAPAN LINE
    Wait for subway
    MATTAPAN LINE
    Ashmont
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Ashmont / Peabody Sq.
    7 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Davis Sq.
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Medford Square
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    College Ave @ Boston Ave
    ID 2407
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University

The distance between Central Ave @ Central Ave Station, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 13.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 63 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station 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.

Bus And Subway schedule from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 63 minutes, using Subway line MATTAPAN LINE, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct subway between Central Ave @ Central Ave Station and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 3 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University?

    The MATTAPAN LINE subway line goes from Central Avenue station near Central Ave @ Central Ave Station in Milton to Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line till Ashmont / Peabody Sq. station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Central Ave @ Central Ave Station in Milton and Tufts University in Medford by subway and bus is about 1 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the MATTAPAN LINE subway from the Central Avenue station near Central Ave @ Central Ave Station in Milton.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Central Ave @ Central Ave Station and Tufts University?

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

  • How much is the total subway and bus fare from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University?

    The ride from Central Ave @ Central Ave Station to Tufts University costs $2.40.

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