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How to get from South Station Boston to Tufts University by bus and subway?

From South Station Boston to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from South Station Boston to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Porter station. Next, take the 96 bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta station to College Ave @ Boston Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The bus and subway schedule from South Station Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

33min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    10 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
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Station Boston to Tufts University by subway

To get from South Station Boston to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Park Street station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Park Street station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from South Station Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

40min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    4 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
    26 min
  • 6
    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 South Station Boston to Tufts University

The distance between South Station Boston, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 6.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station Boston 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 South Station Boston to Tufts University

To check the bus and subway schedule from South Station Boston to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station Boston) 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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From South Station Boston to Tufts University by subway

To get from South Station Boston to Tufts University in Medford, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Park Street station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Park Street station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from South Station Boston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

40min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    South Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Street
    4 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
    26 min
  • 6
    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 South Station Boston to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 96.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Station Boston to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 40 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct subway between South Station Boston and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which subway line goes from South Station Boston to Tufts University?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from South Station station near South Station Boston in Boston to Alewife station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Alewife station near Tufts University in Medford.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station Boston to Tufts University by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between South Station Boston in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by subway and bus is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near South Station Boston to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the South Station station near South Station Boston in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between South Station Boston and Tufts University?

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

  • When is the last subway from South Station Boston to Tufts University?

    The last subway from South Station Boston in Boston to Tufts University in Medford is the Green Line E line. It leaves the Park Street station at 9:20 PM.

  • When is the last train from South Station Boston to Tufts University?

    The last train from South Station Boston in Boston to Tufts University in Medford is the Fitchburg line. It leaves the North Station station at 7:50 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from South Station Boston to Tufts University?

    The ride from South Station Boston to Tufts University costs $4.10.

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