South Station to Carson Beach
The T route from South Station to Carson Beach: where to board, where to change, where to get off and how late it runs.
South Station to Carson Beach
- Red Line
- Take the Red LineFrom South Station, toward Ashmont3 stops, about 7 min
- Get off at JFK/UMassThe stop after Andrew
- Walk about 15 min to Carson BeachUse the Columbia Rd exit
Weekdays, fall 2026 schedule · First and last trips
Quick answer: Take the Red Line toward Ashmont to JFK/UMass, and walk about 15 min. The trip takes about 22 minutes. On weekdays the Red Line runs every 5 min during the day.
Get the live route from South Station to Carson Beach
Step by step
- At South Station, take the Red Line toward Ashmont.
- Ride 3 stops, about 7 min, through Broadway and Andrew, and get off at JFK/UMass.
- Walk about 15 min to Carson Beach. Use the Columbia Rd exit.
Other ways to go
- Take bus 11 to E 8th St @ Old Harbor St, and walk about 5 min: about 20 min.
Which one is faster depends on when you leave. Cobblehop compares them with live times and gives you the one that gets you there first.
Times and frequency
| Day | First trip | Last trip | How often (daytime) | Trip time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Thursday | 5:41 am | 1:17 am | Every 5 min | About 22 min |
| Friday | 5:41 am | 1:48 am | Every 5 min | About 22 min |
| Saturday | 5:33 am | 1:49 am | Every 6 min | About 22 min |
| Sunday | 6:20 am | 1:12 am | Every 6 min | About 22 min |
First and last trip are when the first train of the trip leaves South Station, on the fall 2026 schedule. "How often" is for the Red Line.
Late at night
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves South Station at 1:17 am and gets to Carson Beach around 1:33 am, using bus 11. On Friday nights it runs later: the last trip leaves at 1:48 am. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 1:49 am, and on Sunday nights at 1:12 am. Late at night, ask Cobblehop for the last trip. It checks live times and tells you when to leave.
Tips for this trip
- Know your stop. Get to the door after Andrew. The next stop is JFK/UMass. Start a live trip in Cobblehop and it alerts you before your stop.
- Carson Beach runs along Day Boulevard in South Boston, near JFK/UMass station.
- South Station has the Red Line and Silver Line underground, Commuter Rail and Amtrak on the main concourse, and the intercity bus terminal upstairs next door.
Step-free access
MBTA data lists every station on this route (South Station and JFK/UMass) as accessible. South Station has 9 elevators in MBTA data. Elevators do break, so check the MBTA's elevator alerts before you go.
What it costs
- Subway. $2.40 one way.
- How to pay. Tap a contactless credit or debit card, phone or watch at the fare gate or bus door, or use a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket.
- Kids. Children 11 and under ride the MBTA free.
Fares as of October 2026. Check the MBTA's fares page before you ride.
South Station to Carson Beach: common questions
How do I get from South Station to Carson Beach by public transit?
Take the Red Line toward Ashmont to JFK/UMass, and walk about 15 min. The trip takes about 22 minutes.
How long does it take to get from South Station to Carson Beach?
About 22 minutes on the main route. Walking takes about 45 minutes.
Do I have to change trains?
No. The Red Line goes all the way, so it's one ride.
How often does the Red Line run?
Every 5 min on weekdays during the day, every 6 min on Saturdays and every 6 min on Sundays, on the fall 2026 schedule.
What time is the last train from South Station to Carson Beach?
On weekdays, the last trip that works leaves South Station at 1:17 am and gets to Carson Beach around 1:33 am, using bus 11. On Friday nights it runs later: the last trip leaves at 1:48 am. On Saturday nights the last trip leaves at 1:49 am, and on Sunday nights at 1:12 am.
Related routes
- South Station to L Street Beach
- South Station to UMass Boston
- Boston Common to Carson Beach
- North Station to Carson Beach
- Never miss your stop (guide)
More routes from South Station
- South Station to JFK Presidential Library
- South Station to Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- South Station to the Seaport
- South Station to Leader Bank Pavilion
- South Station to Boston Medical Center
- All routes from South Station
Official sources
Cobblehop is independent and isn't affiliated with these agencies or operators. Schedules on this page come from MBTA/MassDOT public data. Check their pages for the latest schedules and service changes:
- MBTA: Red Line
- MBTA: South Station station
- MBTA: JFK/UMass station
- MBTA: fares
- MBTA: elevator and accessibility alerts
Published October 30, 2026. Times were computed from the fall 2026 MBTA schedule (2026-11-04 for weekdays). Service changes, so check Cobblehop for live times before you go.
Leaving now? Cobblehop gives you one clear plan with live times and alerts you before your stop. No sign-up, nothing to install.