How to get from Forest Hills to Tufts University by subway?

From Forest Hills to Tufts University by subway

To get from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Medford, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills 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 52 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

52min$2.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    20 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 Forest Hills to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally 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 53 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

53min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    10 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
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Hills to Tufts University

The distance between Forest Hills, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 10.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills to Tufts University

To check the subway schedule from Forest Hills to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Forest Hills) 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.

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From Forest Hills to Tufts University by bus and subway

To get from Forest Hills to Tufts University in Medford, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the ORANGE LINE subway from Forest Hills station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally 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 53 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The subway schedule from Forest Hills may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

53min$4.10
Walk to subway station
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 9696
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Forest Hills

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Forest Hills
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Porter Red Line Sta
    ID 23151
    10 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
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tufts University
    Walk to
    Tufts University
    1953 College Ave, Medford, MA
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 53 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct subway between Forest Hills and Tufts University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Forest Hills station near Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills to Tufts University by subway?

    The total travel time between Forest Hills in Boston and Tufts University in Medford by subway is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Forest Hills to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Forest Hills station near Forest Hills in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Forest Hills and Tufts University?

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

  • How much is the subway fare from Forest Hills to Tufts University?

    The ride from Forest Hills to Tufts University costs $2.40.

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