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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Lancaster is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Lancaster is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from North St @ Essex St and arriving at Ayer MA via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Shirley via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Salem to Lancaster?

The distance between Salem and Lancaster is 65 miles. The road distance is 47.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Salem to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Lancaster bus from?

Salem to Lancaster bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from North St @ Essex St station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Lancaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Salem to Lancaster is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can line 450 bus and bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Salem to Lancaster bus arrive?

Salem to Lancaster bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Surface Rd @ Hanover St station.

Where does the Salem to Lancaster train arrive?

Salem to Lancaster train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Salem to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Lancaster is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Salem to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 68+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Salem to Lancaster by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salem to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
2. Take the train from North Station to Shirleytrain Fitchburg Line
2h 57m
$36–52
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salem to Lancastercar 47 mi
1h 9m
$9–13
Line 450 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North St @ Essex St to Surface Rd @ Hanover Stbus 450
2. Take the bus from Boston to Ayer MAbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 2m
$46–65
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Lancastertaxi 47 mi
1h 9m
$140–180

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Distance: 64.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Salem to Lancaster via North Station and Shirley in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North St @ Essex St to Lancaster via Surface Rd @ Hanover St, Haymarket, Downtown Crossing, Boston, and Ayer MA in around 4h 2m.

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