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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Barnstable is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Barnstable is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Barnstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Barnstable. However, there are services departing from Chelsea and arriving at Courthouse Complex, Barnstable via South Station Transp. Ctr and Hyannis Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Barnstable?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Barnstable. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Hyannis via North Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Salem to Barnstable?

The distance between Salem and Barnstable is 89 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Barnstable without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Salem to Barnstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Barnstable bus from?

Salem to Barnstable bus services, operated by Plymouth & Brockton, depart from South Station Transp. Ctr.

Where do I catch the Salem to Barnstable train from?

Salem to Barnstable train services, operated by Cape Flyer, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Salem to Barnstable?

The best way to get from Salem to Barnstable is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Salem to Barnstable bus arrive?

Salem to Barnstable bus services, operated by Plymouth & Brockton, arrive at Hyannis Transportation Center station.

Where does the Salem to Barnstable train arrive?

Salem to Barnstable train services, operated by Cape Flyer, arrive at Hyannis station.

Can I drive from Salem to Barnstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Barnstable is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Salem to Barnstable.

Where can I stay near Barnstable?

There are 935+ hotels available in Barnstable.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Salem to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
2. Take the bus from Boston South Station to Barnstablebus Boston
3h 11m
$34–70
Drive 84 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salem to Barnstablecar 84 mi
1h 48m
$16–23
Train
1. Take the train from South Station to Hyannistrain CapeFLYER
4h 29m
$29–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station Transp. Ctr to Hyannis Transportation Centerbus Hyannis - South Shore to Logan Airport
2. Take the bus from Hyannis Transportation Center to Courthouse Complex, Barnstablebus Barnstable Villager
4h 55m
$33–51

Salem to Barnstable by train and bus

66Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.9 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Salem, MA, USA and Barnstable, MA, USA?

Cape Flyer operates a train from South Station to Hyannis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $5–22 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Salem to Courthouse Complex, Barnstable via Chelsea, Chelsea, South Station, South Station Transp. Ctr, and Hyannis Transportation Center in around 4h 55m.

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