Canton Junction
in Norfolk County of Massachusetts, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
42.163 and -71.162 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 42° 9' 45" and W -71° 9' 43"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 04:52 AM (Saturday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:46 am and 4:16 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.350 and 115.167 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Flinders Bay
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Touring Canton Junction

Canton Junction in Norfolk County (Massachusetts) is a town located in United States about 382 mi (or 615 km) north-east of Washington DC, the country's capital place.

Time in Canton Junction is now 04:52 AM (Saturday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 10 airports nearby Canton Junction, of which 4 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport in a distance of 16 mi (or 26 km), North-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

Also, if you like the game of golf, there are several options within driving distance. We collected 1 points of interest near this location. Need some hints on where to stay? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Being here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Dedham, Boston, Taunton, Providence and North Providence. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 5°C / 42 °F

Morning Temperature 6°C / 42 °F
Evening Temperature 6°C / 44 °F
Night Temperature 5°C / 41 °F
Chance of rainfall 15%
Air Humidity 92%
Air Pressure 993 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 12 km/h (7 mph) from South-East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Heavy intensity rain

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

8°C (46 °F)
3°C (37 °F)
Sky is clear, moderate breeze, few clouds.

Sunday, 24th of November 2024

6°C (42 °F)
4°C (39 °F)
Sky is clear, moderate breeze, clear sky.

Monday, 25th of November 2024

9°C (48 °F)
6°C (44 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Hilton Boston-Dedham

Address
4,4 mi
25 Allied Drive
02026 Dedham
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Boston Norwood/Canton

Address
1,7 mi
300 River Ridge Drive
02062 Norwood
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Four Points by Sheraton Norwood

Address
1,8 mi
1151 BOSTON PROVIDENCE TURNPIKE
02062 Norwood
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Boston Norwood/Canton

Address
2,0 mi
275 Norwood Park South
02062 Norwood
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn Boston-Norwood

Address
2,6 mi
434 Providence Highway /Rt. 1/
02062 Norwood
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Boston Dedham/Westwood

Address
3,4 mi
64 University AVE
02090-2176 Westwood
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston-Canton MA

Address
3,7 mi
50 Royall Street
02021 Canton
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Walpole

Address
3,2 mi
630 Providence HWY
02081-4231 Walpole
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Boston Dedham

Address
4,5 mi
259 Elm Street
02026 Dedham
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fairfield Inn Boston Dedham

Address
4,6 mi
235 Elm Street
02026 Dedham
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Canton Massachusetts (MA) Real Estate Tour

Published: July 16, 2008
Length: 25:52 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: remaxcp

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[HD] High Speed Amtrak Trains At Canton Junction

Published: July 20, 2012
Length: 02:46 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: zink444

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Canton, MA DDS Milan Humplik Aesthetic Dentistry

Published: October 30, 2012
Length: 47:56 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Larry Lawfer

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Neponset River Greenway Canton MA Signal Hill Part 1.

Published: October 29, 2014
Length: 32:48 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Chris Rich

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Published: December 31, 2014
Length: 22:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Lux Renovations, LLC

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Norton at Canton Girls basketball game on 12/15/14

Published: December 16, 2014
Length: 04:17 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Robert Stevens

Highlights of the Canton at Norton Girls Basketball game played at Bulldog Gym at Canton High School on Mon Dec 15, '14. Norton won 36-32 and got their first win in two years.


2014 Canton Girls Soccer Preview

Published: August 26, 2014
Length: 42:47 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: HockomockSports

Canton girls' soccer captains talk about the upcoming fall season.


Canton Junction Sports Pub Canton MA

Published: August 28, 2012
Length: 12:37 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: EBOSMDS01

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Used 2011 Lexus CT200 hybrid in Canton, MA

Published: August 07, 2014
Length: 14:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: North End Motors

This used 2011 Lexus CT200 hybrid is one of the most economical cars we have here in Canton, MA at North End Motors. This is luxury hybrid in that it has leather interior, navigation, aux and...


Dream Smile Dental Office Tour - Cosmetic Dentists Canton and Boston, MA

Published: October 09, 2012
Length: 06:11 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: dreamsmiledental1

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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Norfolk County is a county located in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. As of 2010, the population was 670,850. Its county seat is Dedham. It is the 28th highest-income county in the United States with a per capita income of $32,484. It is the wealthiest county in Massachusetts. The county was named after the English county of the same name with the meaning "northern folk."

Located at 42.17, -71.19 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Massachusetts counties, Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Sharon, Massachusetts

Sharon is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 17,612 at the 2010 census. Sharon is part of Greater Boston, about 17 miles southwest of downtown Boston.

Located at 42.1236, -71.1786 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Towns in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Sharon, Massachusetts

Norwood Memorial Airport

Norwood Memorial Airport is a public-use airport located two miles (3 km) east of the central business district of Norwood, a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. This airport is owned by the Town of Norwood. Located off Route 128, it is home to the offices of prominent local businessmen and several maintenance facilities.

Located at 42.1906, -71.1731 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Airports in Massachusetts, Transportation in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Buildings and structures in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Norwood, Massachusetts

Canton Viaduct

Canton Viaduct is the oldest blind arcade cavity wall viaduct in the world and it was the longest and tallest railroad viaduct ever built when it was completed in 1835. It is the last surviving viaduct of its kind and has been in continuous service for 177 years; it now carries high-speed passenger and freight rail service. This hollow viaduct in Canton, Massachusetts (USA) was built in 1834-35 for the Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation (B&P).

Located at 42.1589, -71.1539 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Arch bridges, Bridges completed in 1835, Blind arcade cavity wall bridges, Bridges on the National Register of Historic Places in Massachusetts, Bridges over the Neponset River, Buildings and structures in Canton, Massachusetts, Buildings and structures in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, CSX Transportation bridges and tunnels, Dams in Massachusetts, Deck arch bridges, Historic Civil Engineering Landmarks, Landmarks in Canton, Massachusetts, Masonic memorials, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Monuments and memorials in Massachusetts, New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, Old Colony Railroad, Penn Central Transportation, Railroad bridges in Massachusetts, Railway bridges on the National Register of Historic Places, Stone bridges, Time capsules, Transportation in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Viaducts in the United States, Waterfalls of Massachusetts, Parks in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Blue Hill Country Club

Blue Hill Country Club is a private country club located in Canton, Massachusetts established in 1925. It has hosted professional tournaments on both the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour, including the PGA Championship, a major championship on the PGA Tour. It includes two courses: the 18-hole Championship Course, designed in 1925 by Eugene "Skip" Wogan and the 9-hole Challenger Course, designed in 1961 by Wogan's son Phil.

Located at 42.1933, -71.1369 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Golf clubs and courses in Massachusetts, 1925 establishments in the United States, Buildings and structures in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Canton Junction (MBTA station)

Canton Junction is a railway station on the MBTA Commuter Rail's Providence/Stoughton line, located a few hundred yards north of the Canton Viaduct. At Canton Junction the two branches of the Providence/Stoughton Line split, one going to Wickford Junction, Rhode Island, the other to Stoughton, Massachusetts. Canton Junction was originally built by the Old Colony Railroad in 1892 by Bradford Lee Gilbert. It became part of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad a year later in 1893.

Located at 42.1628, -71.1537 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Stations along Old Colony Railroad lines, Rail junctions in the United States, MBTA Commuter Rail stations in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Railway stations opened in 1892

Canton Center (MBTA station)

Canton Center is a commuter rail station on the MBTA's Providence/Stoughton Line located in Canton, Massachusetts. It has 1 side platform on the south side of the track west of Washington Street. It is served by all Stoughton Branch trains except for most late afternoon and evening inbound trains. Canton Center has seen one of the largest relative increases in ridership of any commuter rail station during the MBTA era.

Located at 42.1571, -71.1463 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
MBTA Commuter Rail stations in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

1956 PGA Championship

The 1956 PGA Championship was the 38th edition of the professional golf competition, held at Blue Hill Country Club in Canton, Massachusetts, a suburb south of Boston. Jack Burke, Jr. won his second major championship of 1956, a 3&2 victory over Ted Kroll; Burke won the Masters in April. It was the penultimate PGA Championship as a match play competition; stroke play was introduced two years later in 1958.

Located at 42.19, -71.137 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
PGA Championship, Golf in Massachusetts, 1956 in golf, 1956 in American sports

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Canton Station, Canton Junction