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 Essex, 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 GLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEX bus from West Gloucester station to Martin St/Winthrop St (Bank Gloucester) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

109min$8.75
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Bus - GLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEXGLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEX
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 - GLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEXGLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEX
    Wait for bus
    GLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEX
    Martin St & Western Ave
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Martin St/Winthrop St (Bank Gloucester)
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Essex
    Walk to
    Essex
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ipswich to Essex

The distance between Ipswich, Essex and Essex, Essex is approximately 25.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ipswich to Essex by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Essex – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Essex, Essex

Essex is located at Essex, Essex and the nearest public transit station is Across From Essex Town Hall.

Bus stations close to Essex:

  • Across From Essex Town Hall
  • Martin St/Winthrop St (Bank Gloucester)
  • First Congregational Church

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Bus line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Bus line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Bus line GLOUCESTER - WEST GLOUCESTER - ESSEX.

  • Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Essex?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ipswich to Essex?

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

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

    The total travel time between Ipswich in Ipswich and Essex in Essex by train and bus is about 1 hr 49 min.

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

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

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

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

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

    The ride from Ipswich to Essex costs $8.75.