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How to get fromMalden to Actonby train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Malden to Acton by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from North Station to South Actontrain train Fitchburg Line
    1h 49m
    $16–26

  2. Drive 21.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Malden to Actoncar car 21.8 mi
    33 min
    $4–6

  3. Subway, bus

    1. Take the subway from Malden Center to Back Baysubway subway Orange Line
    2. Take the bus from Boston, MA - Copley Square to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2Abus bus Acton/Concord Commuter
    2h 29m
    $14

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Malden to Actontaxi taxi 21.8 mi
    33 min
    $70–85

Malden to Acton by subway and bus

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration2h 29mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 32.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Malden, MA, USA and Acton, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from North Station to South Acton hourly. Tickets cost $4–11 and the journey takes 48 min.

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