How to get from Ipswich to Essex by bus and train?

From Ipswich to Essex by bus and train

To get from Ipswich to Essex in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Ipswich station to Beverly station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train and finally take the WEST GLOUCESTER bus from West Gloucester station to Essex Town Line station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

137min$8.75
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Bus - WEST GLOUCESTERWEST GLOUCESTER
Walk to Essex
Leaves from Ipswich

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ipswich
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #150 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Beverly
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #107 | Rockport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    West Gloucester
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West Gloucester
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - WEST GLOUCESTERWEST GLOUCESTER
    Wait for bus
    WEST GLOUCESTER
    Essex Town Line
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essex Town Line
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Essex
    Walk to
    Essex
    1.8 mi • 37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ipswich to Essex

The distance between Ipswich, Boston and Essex, Boston is approximately 25.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 137 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ipswich to Essex by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Ipswich

Ipswich is located at Ipswich, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Ipswich.

Train stations close to Ipswich:

  • Ipswich

Bus stations close to Ipswich:

  • Ipswich
  • Commuter Rail Station - Ipswich
  • Hall-Haskell House - Visitors Center

Public transit stations close to Essex, Boston

Essex is located at Essex, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Essex Shipbuilding Museum.

Bus stations close to Essex:

  • Essex Shipbuilding Museum
  • Main St Antiques - Esx
  • Woodman's

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Essex?

    The fastest way takes 137 minutes, using Bus line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Bus line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Bus line WEST GLOUCESTER.

  • Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Essex in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ipswich to Essex in Boston?

    The NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train line goes from #150 | North Station station near Ipswich to Beverly station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Beverly station near Essex in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Ipswich to Essex in Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ipswich and Essex in Boston by train and bus is about 2 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ipswich to get to Essex in Boston?

    Get on the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from the #150 | North Station station near Ipswich in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ipswich and Essex in Boston?

    Get off the train at the Beverly stop, which is closest to Essex in Boston.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ipswich to Essex?

    The ride from Ipswich to Essex costs $8.75.

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