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Central Avenue Metro Station

Central Avenue is part of the MBTA Subway / The T network in Boston. Use the route planner to compare connected stations, route order and journey options before travelling.

● OperationalMBTA GTFS — Mattapan Line [Mattapan] Line
42.27003Latitude-71.07344Longitude
Station code—
LineMBTA GTFS — Mattapan Line [Mattapan]
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CityBoston
Opening timeCheck the latest operator notice for opening and closing times.
Ticket priceFare depends on the source and destination; use the route planner for an indicative fare.

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Central Avenue station: map, route, fare and transit information

Plan a journey from Central Avenue station with MBTA Subway / The T line information, station facilities, nearby destinations and route guidance for Boston.

Central Avenue connects commuters with the MBTA Subway / The T corridor. The station page keeps the route map, station facilities and nearby places together so you can check the practical details before leaving.

On which line?MBTA GTFS — Mattapan Line [Mattapan]
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Central Avenue Metro Station: Find Route to Other Stations

7 route options

Popular route choices from Central Avenue are shown below. Select a destination to view the complete route, fare and estimated journey time.

Milton#DA291C · 510 m awayView route, fare and journey time →Valley Road#DA291C · 676 m awayView route, fare and journey time →Butler#DA291C · 938 m awayView route, fare and journey time →Capen Street#DA291C · 1.2 km awayView route, fare and journey time →Cedar Grove#DA291C · 1.5 km awayView route, fare and journey time →Mattapan#DA291C · 1.6 km awayView route, fare and journey time →Ashmont#DA291C · 1.8 km awayView route, fare and journey time →

Central Avenue Metro Station information

Central Avenue is part of the MBTA Subway / The T network in Boston. Use the route planner to compare connected stations, route order and journey options before travelling.

Connected metro stations

Milton#DA291C · Station details →Valley Road#DA291C · Station details →

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Central Avenue Metro Station FAQs

Which line is Central Avenue Metro Station on?

Central Avenue Metro Station is on the MBTA GTFS — Mattapan Line [Mattapan]. Check the route map above for connected stations and interchange planning.

How do I reach nearby destinations from Central Avenue Metro Station?

Use the station-to-destination route planner above for the walking direction and metro connection. The closest mapped place is nearby destinations.

What is the distance from Central Avenue Metro Station to nearby destinations?

nearby destinations is approximately Check the mapped walking route from the station in the mapped local-place data. Walking access can vary by gate and road crossing.

How can I get to Central Avenue Metro Station from my location?

Choose your source station from the route planner or tap Use my location. Your browser location is used to suggest the nearest station and is not stored.

What is the Central Avenue Metro Station opening time?

Check the latest operator notice for opening and closing times.

What is the Central Avenue Metro Station ticket price?

Fare depends on the source and destination; use the route planner for an indicative fare.

What is the Central Avenue Metro route and line colour?

Central Avenue is served by the MBTA GTFS — Mattapan Line [Mattapan]. Use the route planner to select any source and destination station, including Badarpur Border where available.

Are there shops near Central Avenue Metro Station?

Nearby shops and services vary around Central Avenue Metro Station. Check the nearby places listed on this page and confirm business hours locally.