How to get from Swampscott to Gardner, MA by bus and train?

From Swampscott to Gardner, MA by bus and train

To get from Swampscott to Gardner, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Swampscott station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the WACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLE bus from Wachusett Station station to Mart Maintenance Facility, Gardner station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $20.25. The bus and train schedule from Swampscott may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gardner, MA on the Moovit app.

260min$20.25
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Train - FITCHBURG
Bus - WACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLEWACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLE
Walk to Gardner, MA
Leaves from Swampscott

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Swampscott
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #126 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wachusett
    98 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wachusett Station
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - WACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLEWACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLE
    Wait for bus
    WACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLE
    Mart Maintenance Facility, Gardner
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mart Maintenance Facility, Gardner
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gardner, MA
    Walk to
    Gardner, MA
    0.89 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Swampscott to Gardner, MA

The distance between Swampscott and Gardner, MA is approximately 75.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 260 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Swampscott to Gardner, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Gardner – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Swampscott to Gardner, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Swampscott to Gardner, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Swampscott) and destination (Gardner, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Swampscott to Gardner, MA?

    The fastest way takes 260 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Train line FITCHBURG, Bus line WACHUSETT COMMUTER SHUTTLE.

  • Is there a direct train between Swampscott and Gardner, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Swampscott to Gardner, MA?

    The NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train line goes from #126 | North Station station near Swampscott in Swampscott to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till North Station station near Gardner, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Swampscott to Gardner, MA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Swampscott and Gardner, MA by train and bus is about 4 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Swampscott to get to Gardner, MA?

    Get on the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from the #126 | North Station station near Swampscott in Swampscott.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Swampscott and Gardner, MA?

    Get off the train at the North Station stop, which is closest to Gardner, MA.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Swampscott to Gardner, MA?

    The ride from Swampscott to Gardner, MA costs $20.25.

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