How to get from Needham Center to Tufts University by subway and train?

From Needham Center to Tufts University by subway and train

To get from Needham Center 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 North Station station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

76min$9.40
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Needham Center
  • 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
    North Station
    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

Alternative route from Needham Center to Tufts University by subway and train via NEEDHAM and GREEN LINE E

To get from Needham Center to Tufts University in Medford, take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Ruggles station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Northeastern University station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

84min$9.40
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Needham Center
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Northeastern University
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    39 min
  • 7
    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 Needham Center to Tufts University

The distance between Needham Center, Medford and Tufts University, Medford is approximately 17.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Needham Center 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 Needham Center to Tufts University

To check the subway and train schedule from Needham Center to Tufts University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Needham Center) 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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Alternative route from Needham Center to Tufts University by subway and train via NEEDHAM and GREEN LINE E

To get from Needham Center to Tufts University in Medford, take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Ruggles station. Next, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Northeastern University station to Medford/Tufts Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Tufts University on the Moovit app.

84min$9.40
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Walk to Tufts University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Needham Center
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Northeastern University
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Medford/Tufts Station
    39 min
  • 7
    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 Needham Center to Tufts University?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Needham Center to Tufts University?

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line GREEN LINE E.

  • Is there a direct train between Needham Center 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 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Needham Center to Tufts University?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from #620 | South Station station near Needham Center 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 Needham Center to Tufts University by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Needham Center in Needham and Tufts University in Medford by train and subway is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Needham Center to get to Tufts University?

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the #620 | South Station station near Needham Center in Needham.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Needham Center 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 Needham Center to Tufts University?

    The ride from Needham Center to Tufts University costs $9.40.

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