What is the cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station?

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station?

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Alewife Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Alewife Station. However, there are services departing from Nubian and arriving at Concord Ave @ Wheeler St via Harvard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Alewife Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fields Corner and arriving at Alewife. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Dorchester to Alewife Station?

The distance between Dorchester and Alewife Station is 11 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dorchester to Alewife Station without a car?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station without a car is to subway which takes 35 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station?

The subway from Fields Corner to Alewife takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Alewife Station bus from?

Dorchester to Alewife Station bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Nubian station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Alewife Station train from?

Dorchester to Alewife Station train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Fields Corner station.

Where does the Dorchester to Alewife Station bus arrive?

Dorchester to Alewife Station bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke St station.

Where does the Dorchester to Alewife Station train arrive?

Dorchester to Alewife Station train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Alewife station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Alewife Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Alewife Station is 10 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Dorchester to Alewife Station.

Where can I stay near Alewife Station?

There are 1469+ hotels available in Alewife Station.

Dorchester to Alewife Station - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Alewife Station by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Fields Corner to Alewifesubway Red Line
35 min
$3
Drive 9.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Alewife Stationcar 9.5 mi
22 min
$2–3
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Nubian to Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke Stbus 1
1h 13m
$3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Alewife Stationtaxi 9.5 mi
22 min
$30–40

Dorchester to Alewife Station by subway

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35 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Dorchester, MA, USA and Alewife Station, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a subway from Fields Corner to Alewife every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Nubian to Massachusetts Ave opp Holyoke St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 40 min.

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