What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Salem is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Salem?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Salem is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Salem. However, there are services departing from Boston South Buses and arriving at Salem, NH-exit 2 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Boston station to Salem. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Lawrence via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Boston to Salem?

The distance between Boston and Salem is 36 miles. The road distance is 33.8 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Salem?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Boston to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Salem bus from?

Boston to Salem bus services, operated by Boston Express, depart from Boston South Buses station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Salem train from?

Boston to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Salem?

The best way to get from Boston to Salem is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Boston to Salem bus arrive?

Boston to Salem bus services, operated by Boston Express, arrive at Salem, NH-exit 2 station.

Where does the Boston to Salem train arrive?

Boston to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lawrence station.

Can I drive from Boston to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Salem is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Boston to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 57+ hotels available in Salem.

Boston to Salem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

How to get fromBoston to Salem

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Salem, NH-exit 2bus I-93 Northbound
1h 2m
$32–41
Drive 33.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Salemcar 33.6 mi
39 min
$7–9
Train
1. Take the train from North Station to Lawrencetrain Haverhill Line
1h 12m
$50–71
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Salemtaxi 33.6 mi
39 min
$210–250

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 36.2 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Boston Express operates a bus from Boston South Buses to Salem, NH-exit 2 every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from North Station to Lawrence every 2 hours. Tickets cost $5–11 and the journey takes 59 min.

Train operators