The average train between Pawtucket and Salem takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Pawtucket to Salem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Pawtucket and Salem. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Pawtucket is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Salem at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Ruggles and take an average of 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pawtucket to Salem? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Pawtucket to Salem. However, there are services departing from Pawtucket station and arriving at Salem station via Ruggles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Pawtucket to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Pawtucket/Central Falls station.
Pawtucket to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Salem station.
The distance between Pawtucket and Salem is 81.7 km. The road distance is 92 km.
You can take a train from Pawtucket/Central Falls to Salem via Ruggles, Ruggles, North Station, and North Station in around 2h 15m.