There are 4 ways to get from Salem to JFK/UMass by train, bus, 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.
Train
best- Take the train from Salem to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
54 min$6–12Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest- Drive from Salem to JFK/UMasscar 20.5 mi
30 min$4–6Line 450 bus
- Take the bus from North St @ Essex St to Congress St @ Haymarket Stabus 450
1h 25m$5–7Taxi
- Take the taxi from Salem to JFK/UMasstaxi 20.5 mi
30 min$65–80
Salem to JFK/UMass by train and subway
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Salem to JFK/UMass is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 30 min.
The fastest way to get from Salem to JFK/UMass is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $6.
No, there is no direct bus from Salem to JFK/UMass. However, there are services departing from North St @ Essex St and arriving at Congress St @ Haymarket Sta via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.
No, there is no direct train from Salem to JFK/UMass. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at JFK/UMass via North Station and Downtown Crossing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.
The distance between Salem and JFK/UMass is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.
The best way to get from Salem to JFK/UMass without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $12.
It takes approximately 54 min to get from Salem to JFK/UMass, including transfers.
Salem to JFK/UMass bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from North St @ Essex St station.
Salem to JFK/UMass train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Salem station.
The best way to get from Salem to JFK/UMass is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $12. Alternatively, you can line 450 bus, which costs $4 - $8 and takes 1h 25m.
What companies run services between Salem, MA, USA and JFK/UMass, MA, USA?
MBTA operates a train from Salem to North Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–9 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from North St @ Essex St to Congress St @ Haymarket Sta hourly. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 1h 2m.
Train from Salem to North Station
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $3–9
- Website
- Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
- Website
- MBTA: World Cup 2026
- Adult
- $3–9
Bus from North St @ Essex St to Congress St @ Haymarket Sta
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1–5
- Website
- Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
- Website
- MBTA: World Cup 2026
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Getting to Milan from the airport, Getting to Rome from the airport, and Train travel in Spain: A guide to Renfe - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Salem to JFK/UMass bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Congress St @ Haymarket Sta station.
Salem to JFK/UMass train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Salem to JFK/UMass is 21 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Salem to JFK/UMass.
There are 1678+ hotels available in JFK/UMass.





