The average train between Salem and Meriden takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Salem to Meriden. 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 every 4 hours between Salem and Meriden. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salem is at 6:51 PM which arrives into Meriden at 9:17 AM. All services require a transfer at North Station and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 40m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Salem to Meriden? 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 Salem to Meriden. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at New Haven station via New Haven station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Salem to Meriden train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.
Salem to Meriden train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.
The distance between Salem and Meriden is 191.8 km. The road distance is 209 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Boston to New Haven every 3 hours. Tickets cost $85–140 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours.