The average train between W Boston and Salem takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 42 min. There is an hourly train service from W Boston 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 W Boston and Salem. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from W Boston is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Salem at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Tufts Medical Center and take an average of 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from W Boston to Salem. However, there are services departing from W Boston station and arriving at Salem station via Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.
W Boston to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.
W Boston to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Salem station.
The distance between W Boston and Salem is 23.3 km. The road distance is 29 km.
MBTA operates a train from North Station to Salem hourly. Tickets cost $3–9 and the journey takes 32 min.