What is the cheapest way to get from Waltham to Swampscott?

The cheapest way to get from Waltham to Swampscott is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waltham to Swampscott?

The fastest way to get from Waltham to Swampscott is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Swampscott?

No, there is no direct bus from Waltham station to Swampscott. However, there are services departing from Carter St opp Waltham Station and arriving at Chelsea via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Waltham and Swampscott?

No, there is no direct train from Waltham to Swampscott. However, there are services departing from Waltham and arriving at Swampscott via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Waltham to Swampscott?

The distance between Waltham and Swampscott is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

How do I travel from Waltham to Swampscott without a car?

The best way to get from Waltham to Swampscott without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $3 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Waltham to Swampscott?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Waltham to Swampscott, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Swampscott bus from?

Waltham to Swampscott bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Carter St opp Waltham Station.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Swampscott train from?

Waltham to Swampscott train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Waltham station.

Train or bus from Waltham to Swampscott?

The best way to get from Waltham to Swampscott is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $3 - $11. Alternatively, you can line 505 bus and bus, which costs $3 - $17 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Waltham to Swampscott bus arrive?

Waltham to Swampscott bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lincoln St @ Essex St station.

Where does the Waltham to Swampscott train arrive?

Waltham to Swampscott train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Waltham to Swampscott?

Yes, the driving distance between Waltham to Swampscott is 20 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Waltham to Swampscott.

Where can I stay near Swampscott?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Swampscott.

Waltham to Swampscott - 4 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waltham to Swampscott by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Waltham to North Stationtrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the train from North Station to Swampscotttrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
1h 20m
$4–10
Line 505 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Carter St opp Waltham Station to Lincoln St @ Essex Stbus 505
2. Take the bus from South Station to Chelseabus Sl3
1h 55m
$4–16
Drive 20.1 mi
1. Drive from Waltham to Swampscottcar 20.1 mi
34 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waltham to Swampscotttaxi 20.1 mi
34 min
$60–80

Waltham to Swampscott by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Waltham, MA, USA and Swampscott, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Waltham to Swampscott via North Station in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carter St opp Waltham Station to Swampscott via Lincoln St @ Essex St, South Station, Chelsea, and Chelsea in around 1h 55m.

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