What is the cheapest way to get from New Bedford to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from New Bedford to Salem is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Bedford to Salem?

The fastest way to get from New Bedford to Salem is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between New Bedford and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from New Bedford to Salem. However, there are services departing from New Bedford and arriving at Washington St @ New Derby St via Devonshire St @ Milk St and Congress St @ Haymarket Sta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between New Bedford and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from New Bedford to Salem. However, there are services departing from New Bedford and arriving at Salem via Chelsea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from New Bedford to Salem?

The distance between New Bedford and Salem is 80 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

How do I travel from New Bedford to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from New Bedford to Salem without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from New Bedford to Salem?

It takes approximately 3h to get from New Bedford to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Bedford to Salem bus from?

New Bedford to Salem bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New Bedford station.

Where do I catch the New Bedford to Salem train from?

New Bedford to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, depart from New Bedford station.

Train or bus from New Bedford to Salem?

The best way to get from New Bedford to Salem is to train which takes 3h and costs $14 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 450 bus, which costs $13 - $45 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the New Bedford to Salem bus arrive?

New Bedford to Salem bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Boston South Station.

Where does the New Bedford to Salem train arrive?

New Bedford to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Station.

Can I drive from New Bedford to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between New Bedford to Salem is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from New Bedford to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Salem.

New Bedford to Salem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 450 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New Bedford to Salem by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New Bedford to South Stationtrain Fall River/New Bedford Line
3h
$14–30
Bus, line 450 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Bedford to Boston South Stationbus Providence
2. Take the bus from Congress St @ Haymarket Sta to Washington St @ New Derby Stbus 450
3h 39m
$13–45
Drive 71.5 mi
1. Drive from New Bedford to Salemcar 71.5 mi
1h 29m
$13–19
Bus, line 450 bus via Copley
1. Take the bus from New Bedford to Copley Squarebus Boston Commuter
2. Take the bus from Congress St @ Haymarket Sta to Washington St @ New Derby Stbus 450
3h 44m
$17–25

New Bedford to Salem by train and bus

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Distance: 79.8 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between New Bedford, MA, USA and Salem, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from New Bedford to South Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Bedford to Washington St @ New Derby St via Boston South Station, Devonshire St @ Milk St, and Congress St @ Haymarket Sta in around 3h 39m.

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