The average train between Wellesley and Salem takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Wellesley 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 Wellesley and Salem. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Wellesley is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Salem at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Back Bay and take an average of 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wellesley 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 Wellesley to Salem. However, there are services departing from Wellesley station and arriving at Salem station via Back Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.
Wellesley to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Wellesley Square station.
Wellesley to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Salem station.
The distance between Wellesley and Salem is 40.9 km. The road distance is 52 km.
You can take a train from Wellesley Square to Salem via Back Bay, Back Bay, North Station, and North Station in around 1h 46m.