How to get from North Quincy to Tufts University by subway?

By subway

To get from North Quincy to Tufts University in Boston, take the RED LINE subway from North Quincy station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Downtown Crossing station to Tufts Medical Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

36min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from North Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    North Quincy
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    26 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Tufts Medical Center
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    Nassau Street
    170 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by subway via RED LINE

Take one direct subway from North Quincy to Tufts University in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from North Quincy station to South Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

38min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from North Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    North Quincy
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    Nassau Street
    0.52 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from North Quincy to Tufts University

The distance between North Quincy, Boston and Tufts University, Boston is approximately 6.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 36 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Quincy to Tufts University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to North Quincy

North Quincy is located at North Quincy, Boston and the nearest public transit station is E Squantum St @ Hancock St.

Subway stations close to North Quincy:

  • Wollaston
  • Milton
  • Butler

Bus stations close to North Quincy:

  • E Squantum St @ Hancock St
  • Holmes St Opp Moscow St
  • Hancock St @ Glover Ave

Ferry stations close to North Quincy:

  • Quincy

Public transit stations close to Tufts University, Boston

Tufts University is located at Nassau Street, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Stuart St @ Charles St S.

Subway stations close to Tufts University:

  • Boylston
  • Chinatown
  • Tufts Medical Center

Train stations close to Tufts University:

  • South Station

Bus stations close to Tufts University:

  • Stuart St @ Charles St S
  • Charles St S @ Park Plaza
  • Washington St @ Herald St

Related Routes

Alternative route by subway via RED LINE

Take one direct subway from North Quincy to Tufts University in Boston: take the RED LINE subway from North Quincy station to South Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $2.40.

38min$2.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from North Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    North Quincy
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    South Station
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    Nassau Street
    0.52 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Quincy to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 36 minutes, using Bus line RED LINE, Bus line ORANGE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from North Quincy to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Bus line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between North Quincy and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 36 min.

  • Which subway line goes from North Quincy to Tufts University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near North Quincy in Quincy to Downtown Crossing station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Crossing station near Tufts University in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Quincy to Tufts University by subway?

    The total travel time between North Quincy in Quincy and Tufts University in Boston by subway is about 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near North Quincy to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near North Quincy in Quincy.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between North Quincy and Tufts University?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Crossing station, which is closest to Tufts University in Boston.

  • When is the last subway from North Quincy to Tufts University?

    The last subway from North Quincy in Quincy to Tufts University in Boston is the Red Line line. It leaves the North Quincy station at 7:23 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from North Quincy to Tufts University?

    The ride from North Quincy to Tufts University costs $2.40.

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