How to get from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA by subway and train?

From Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA by subway and train

To get from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 train lines: take the RED LINE subway from Alewife station to Porter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the HAVERHILL train from North Station station to Wakefield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Cambridge (Ma) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Wakefield, MA on the Moovit app.

59min$9.40
Walk to subway station
Subway - RED LINE
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Wakefield, MA
Leaves from Alewife

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Alewife
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Porter
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #410 | North Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    15 min
  • 6
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1225 | Reading
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wakefield
    27 min
  • 8
    Walk to Wakefield, MA
    Walk to
    Wakefield, MA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA

The distance between Cambridge (Ma) and Wakefield, MA is approximately 15.17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wakefield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cambridge (Ma)) and destination (Wakefield, MA), 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 Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Train line FITCHBURG, Train line HAVERHILL.

  • Is there a direct subway between Cambridge (Ma) and Wakefield, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge to Porter station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Porter station near Wakefield, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Cambridge (Ma) and Wakefield, MA by subway and train is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Cambridge (Ma) to get to Wakefield, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Alewife station near Cambridge (Ma) in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Cambridge (Ma) and Wakefield, MA?

    Get off the subway at the Porter station, which is closest to Wakefield, MA.

  • How much is the subway fare from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA?

    The ride from Cambridge (Ma) to Wakefield, MA costs $9.40.

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