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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to New Bedford is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to New Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and New Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to New Bedford. However, there are services departing from Chelsea and arriving at New Bedford via Boston South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and New Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to New Bedford. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at New Bedford via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Salem to New Bedford?

The distance between Salem and New Bedford is 81 miles. The road distance is 70.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to New Bedford without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $14 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Salem to New Bedford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Salem to New Bedford?

The best way to get from Salem to New Bedford is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $14 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $55 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Salem to New Bedford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salem to New Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salem to New Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to New Bedford is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Salem to New Bedford.

Where can I stay near New Bedford?

There are 64+ hotels available in New Bedford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Station to New Bedfordtrain Fall River/New Bedford Line
3h 32m
$14–30
Drive 69.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salem to New Bedfordcar 69.7 mi
1h 32m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston South Station to New Bedfordbus Boston Airport
3h 32m
$15–53
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 South Buses to New Bedfordbus Boston Commuter
3h 33m
$17–24

Salem to New Bedford by train and bus

46Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

MBTA operates a train from South Station to New Bedford every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Boston South Station to New Bedford twice daily. Tickets cost $12–40 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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