How to get from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA by bus and train?

From Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA by bus and train

To get from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 17 bus from Merrimac Square station to Washington Square Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DOWNEASTER train and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Gloucester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gloucester, MA on the Moovit app.

199min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Gloucester, MA
Leaves from Merrimac Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merrimac Square
    ID 4256755
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Washington Square Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington Square Transit Center
    ID 8900073
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Haverhill
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
    Wait for train
    DOWNEASTER
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #33 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Gloucester
    62 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gloucester, MA
    Walk to
    Gloucester, MA
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA

The distance between Merrimac Square and Gloucester, MA is approximately 72.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 199 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Gloucester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Merrimac Square) and destination (Gloucester, 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 Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA?

    The fastest way takes 199 minutes, using Bus line 17, Train line DOWNEASTER, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merrimac Square and Gloucester, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA?

    The 17 bus line goes from Merrimac Square station near Merrimac Square in Boston to Washington Square Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Washington Square Transit Center station near Gloucester, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merrimac Square to Gloucester, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Merrimac Square and Gloucester, MA by bus and train is about 3 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merrimac Square to get to Gloucester, MA?

    Get on the 17 bus from the Merrimac Square stop near Merrimac Square in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Merrimac Square and Gloucester, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Washington Square Transit Center station, which is closest to Gloucester, MA.

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