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How to get fromSouth Acton Station (MBTA) to Kendall Squareby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from South Acton Station (MBTA) to Kendall Square by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from South Acton to Portertrain train Fitchburg Line
    52 min
    $7–13

  2. Train, line 70 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from South Acton to Walthamtrain train Fitchburg Line
    2. Take the bus from Carter St @ Waltham Station to Franklin St @ Sidney Stbus bus 70
    1h 21m
    $4–13

  3. Drive 22 mi

    1. Drive from South Acton Station (MBTA) to Kendall Squarecar car 22 mi
    38 min
    $4–6

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from South Acton Station (MBTA) to Kendall Squaretaxi taxi 22 mi
    38 min
    $70–85

South Acton Station (MBTA) to Kendall Square by train and subway

Calendar111Weekly Services
Duration52 minAverage Duration
Ticket$7Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 24.9 mi
  • Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between South Acton Station (MBTA), MA, USA and Kendall Square, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from South Acton to Porter hourly. Tickets cost $4–10 and the journey takes 40 min.

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