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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Boston is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Boston is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Boston. However, there are services departing from Salem, NH-exit 2 and arriving at Boston South Buses via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Boston. However, there are services departing from Haverhill Amtrak and arriving at Boston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Salem to Boston?

The distance between Salem and Boston is 36 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Boston without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Salem to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Boston bus from?

Salem to Boston bus services, operated by Boston Express, depart from Salem, NH-exit 2 station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Boston train from?

Salem to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Haverhill Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Salem to Boston?

The best way to get from Salem to Boston is to bus which takes 56 min and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $80 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Salem to Boston bus arrive?

Salem to Boston bus services, operated by Boston Express, arrive at Boston South Buses station.

Where does the Salem to Boston train arrive?

Salem to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Salem to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Boston is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Salem to Boston.

How do I get a train ticket from Salem to Boston?

Book your Salem to Boston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Boston.

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

How to get fromSalem to Boston

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Salem to Boston by bus, train (Amtrak), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salem, NH-exit 2 to Boston South Busesbus I-93 Southbound / ...
56 min
$32–41
Drive 33.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salem to Bostoncar 33.8 mi
39 min
$7–9
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Haverhill Amtrak to Bostontrain Downeaster
1h 2m
$55–75
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Bostontaxi 33.8 mi
39 min
$210–260

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 36.2 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Salem, NH, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Boston Express operates a bus from Salem, NH-exit 2 to Boston South Buses every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Haverhill Amtrak to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–22 and the journey takes 50 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.