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How to get fromBoston University to Salemby tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston University to Salem by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from Boston University East to Government Centertram tram B
    2. Take the train from North Station to Salemtrain train Newburyport/Rockport Line
    1h 35m
    $5–11

  2. Tram, line 450 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the tram from Boston University Central to Government Centertram tram B
    2. Take the bus from Congress St @ Haymarket Sta to Washington St @ New Derby Stbus bus 450
    2h 10m
    $3–7

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Boston University to Salemtaxi taxi 17.6 mi
    28 min
    $55–70

  4. Drive 17.6 mi

    1. Drive from Boston University to Salemcar car 17.6 mi
    28 min
    $4–5

Boston University to Salem by foot, tram, and train

Calendar179Weekly Services
Duration1h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 20.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Boston University, MA, USA and Salem, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Boston University to Salem. However, you can walk to Boston University East, take the vehicle to Government Center, walk to North Station, then take the train to Salem. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Boston University to Washington St @ New Derby St via Boston University Central, Government Center, and Congress St @ Haymarket Sta in around 2h 10m.

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