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

The cheapest way to get from South Boston to Salem is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Boston to Salem is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between South Boston and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from South Boston to Salem. However, there are services departing from Boston South Buses and arriving at Salem, NH-exit 2 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between South Boston and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from South Boston station to Salem. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Lawrence via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from South Boston to Salem?

The distance between South Boston and Salem is 36 miles. The road distance is 35.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Boston to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from South Boston to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Salem bus from?

South Boston to Salem bus services, operated by Boston Express, depart from Boston South Buses station.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Salem train from?

South Boston to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Train or bus from South Boston to Salem?

The best way to get from South Boston to Salem is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the South Boston to Salem bus arrive?

South Boston to Salem bus services, operated by Boston Express, arrive at Salem, NH-exit 2 station.

Where does the South Boston to Salem train arrive?

South Boston to Salem train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lawrence station.

Can I drive from South Boston to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between South Boston to Salem is 36 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from South Boston to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 58+ hotels available in Salem.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Salem, NH-exit 2bus I-93 Northbound
1h 2m
$32–41
Drive 35.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Boston to Salemcar 35.6 mi
42 min
$7–10
Train
1. Take the train from North Station to Lawrencetrain Haverhill Line
1h 12m
$50–71
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Boston to Salemtaxi 35.6 mi
42 min
$220–270

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Distance: 36.2 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Boston Express operates a bus from Boston South Buses to Salem, NH-exit 2 every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from North Station to Lawrence every 2 hours. Tickets cost $5–11 and the journey takes 59 min.

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