How to get from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University by subway and train?

From Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University by subway and train

To get from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Ruggles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the GREEN LINE E subway from Causeway St (East) station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Highland Ave @ May St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

80min$9.40
Walk to train station
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Needham Center
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    31 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Causeway St (East)
    12 min
  • 6
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    19 min
  • 8
    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 Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University

The distance between Highland Ave @ May St, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 17.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Highland Ave @ May St 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.

Subway And Train schedule from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct train between Highland Ave @ May St and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from Needham Center station near Highland Ave @ May St in Needham to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till Ruggles station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Highland Ave @ May St in Needham and Tufts University in Medford by train and subway is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Highland Ave @ May St to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the Needham Center station near Highland Ave @ May St in Needham.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Highland Ave @ May St and Tufts University?

    Get off the train at the Ruggles station, which is closest to Tufts University in Medford.

  • How much is the train fare from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University?

    The ride from Highland Ave @ May St to Tufts University costs $9.40.

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