What is the cheapest way to get from Canton to Cambridge?

The cheapest way to get from Canton to Cambridge is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canton to Cambridge?

The fastest way to get from Canton to Cambridge is to train which takes 23 min and costs $2 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Canton and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Canton to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Washington St from Canton Center Sta to Pequit St and arriving at Ruggles via Mattapan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Canton and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canton Junction and arriving at Back Bay. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Canton to Cambridge?

The distance between Canton and Cambridge is 14 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

How do I travel from Canton to Cambridge without a car?

The best way to get from Canton to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $2 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Canton to Cambridge?

The train from Canton Junction to Back Bay takes 23 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canton to Cambridge bus from?

Canton to Cambridge bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Washington St from Canton Center Sta to Pequit St station.

Where do I catch the Canton to Cambridge train from?

Canton to Cambridge train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Canton Junction station.

Train or bus from Canton to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Canton to Cambridge is to train which takes 23 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 716 bus and line 28 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Canton to Cambridge bus arrive?

Canton to Cambridge bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Mattapan station.

Where does the Canton to Cambridge train arrive?

Canton to Cambridge train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Back Bay station.

Can I drive from Canton to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Canton to Cambridge is 17 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Canton to Cambridge.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 1469+ hotels available in Cambridge.

Canton to Cambridge - 4 ways to travel via train, line 716 bus, and line 28 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Canton to Cambridge by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Canton Junction to Back Baytrain Providence/Stoughton Line
23 min
$2–8
Line 716 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Washington St from Canton Center Sta to Pequit St to Mattapanbus 716
2. Take the bus from Mattapan to Rugglesbus 28
1h 13m
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canton to Cambridgetaxi 16.9 mi
39 min
$60–75
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Canton to Cambridgecar 16.9 mi
39 min
$4–5

Canton to Cambridge by train

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Canton, MA, USA and Cambridge, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Canton Junction to Back Bay hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington St from Canton Center Sta to Pequit St to Ruggles via Mattapan in around 1h 13m.

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