What is the cheapest way to get from South Boston to Canton?

The cheapest way to get from South Boston to Canton is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Boston to Canton?

The fastest way to get from South Boston to Canton is to train which takes 25 min and costs $2 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between South Boston and Canton?

No, there is no direct bus from South Boston to Canton. However, there are services departing from Warren St @ Townsend St and arriving at Washington St from Endicott St to Maple St via Mattapan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between South Boston and Canton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Station station and arriving at Canton Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from South Boston to Canton?

The distance between South Boston and Canton is 15 miles. The road distance is 14 miles.

How do I travel from South Boston to Canton without a car?

The best way to get from South Boston to Canton without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs $2 - $9.

How long does it take to get from South Boston to Canton?

The train from South Station to Canton Junction takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Canton bus from?

South Boston to Canton bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Warren St @ Townsend St station.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Canton train from?

South Boston to Canton train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from South Boston to Canton?

The best way to get from South Boston to Canton is to train which takes 25 min and costs $2 - $9. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and line 716 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the South Boston to Canton bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Boston to Canton train arrive?

South Boston to Canton train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Canton Junction station.

Can I drive from South Boston to Canton?

Yes, the driving distance between South Boston to Canton is 14 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from South Boston to Canton.

Where can I stay near Canton?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Canton.

South Boston to Canton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Station to Canton Junctiontrain Providence/Stoughton Line
25 min
$2–9
Line 28 bus, line 716 bus
1. Take the bus from Warren St @ Townsend St to Mattapanbus 28
2. Take the bus from Mattapan to Washington St from Endicott St to Maple Stbus 716
1h 28m
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Boston to Cantontaxi 13.9 mi
29 min
$50–65
Drive 13.9 mi
1. Drive from South Boston to Cantoncar 13.9 mi
29 min
$3–4

South Boston to Canton by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between South Boston, MA, USA and Canton, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from South Station to Canton Junction hourly. Tickets cost $2–9 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warren St @ Townsend St to Washington St from Endicott St to Maple St via Mattapan in around 1h 28m.

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