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How to get fromRochester to Salemby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Rochester to Salem by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 12 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from South Main St. to Dover Transportation Centerbus bus 12
    2. Take the train from Dover to Haverhill Amtraktrain train Downeaster
    2h 24m
    $56–78

  2. Drive 42.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Rochester to Salemcar car 42.2 mi
    1h 6m
    $8–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Salemtaxi taxi 42.2 mi
    1h 6m
    $260–320

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  • Distance: 50.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Rochester, NH, USA and Salem, NH, USA?

There is no direct connection from Rochester to Salem. However, you can take the line 12 bus to Dover Transportation Center, walk to Dover, take the train to Haverhill Amtrak, then take the taxi to Salem. Alternatively, you can drive from Rochester to Salem in around 1h 6m.

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