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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Somerville is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Somerville is to train which takes 20 min and costs $2 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Somerville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North St @ Essex St and arriving at Surface Rd @ Hanover St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Somerville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salem and arriving at Chelsea. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Salem to Somerville?

The distance between Salem and Somerville is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Somerville without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs $2 - $8.

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

The train from Salem to Chelsea takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salem to Somerville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salem to Somerville train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Somerville?

The best way to get from Salem to Somerville is to train which takes 20 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 450 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Salem to Somerville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salem to Somerville train arrive?

Salem to Somerville train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Chelsea station.

Can I drive from Salem to Somerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Somerville is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Salem to Somerville.

Where can I stay near Somerville?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Somerville.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salem to Chelseatrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
20 min
$2–8
Line 450 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North St @ Essex St to Surface Rd @ Hanover Stbus 450
1h 1m
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Somervilletaxi 15.6 mi
26 min
$50–60
Drive 15.6 mi
1. Drive from Salem to Somervillecar 15.6 mi
26 min
$3–5

Salem to Somerville by train

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

MBTA operates a train from Salem to Chelsea hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from North St @ Essex St to Surface Rd @ Hanover St hourly. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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