How to get from Reading to Ipswich by train?

From Reading to Ipswich by train

To get from Reading to Ipswich in Boston, take the HAVERHILL train from Reading station to North Station station. Next, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Ipswich station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $17.50. The train schedule from Reading may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ipswich on the Moovit app.

121min$17.50
Train - HAVERHILL
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Leaves from Reading

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Reading
  • 2
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1220 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 5
    Ride to train station Ipswich
    Ride to train station
    Ipswich
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Reading to Ipswich by bus, subway and train

To get from Reading to Ipswich in Boston, you’ll need to take one bus line, one subway line and one train line: take the 137 bus from Reading station to Washington St @ Grove St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Ipswich station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $14.60. The train schedule from Reading may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ipswich on the Moovit app.

117min$14.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 137137
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Leaves from Reading

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reading
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Malden
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Oak Grove
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 9
    Ride to train station Ipswich
    Ride to train station
    Ipswich
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Reading to Ipswich

The distance between Reading, Boston and Ipswich, Boston is approximately 39.69 mi, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Reading to Ipswich by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Reading to Ipswich

To check the train schedule from Reading to Ipswich using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Reading) and destination (Ipswich), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Reading to Ipswich by bus, subway and train

To get from Reading to Ipswich in Boston, you’ll need to take one bus line, one subway line and one train line: take the 137 bus from Reading station to Washington St @ Grove St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Ipswich station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $14.60. The train schedule from Reading may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ipswich on the Moovit app.

117min$14.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 137137
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Leaves from Reading

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reading
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Malden
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Oak Grove
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Forest Hills
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 9
    Ride to train station Ipswich
    Ride to train station
    Ipswich
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line HAVERHILL, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Reading to Ipswich?

    The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Bus line 137, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

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

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

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

    The HAVERHILL train line goes from #1220 | North Station station near Reading to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Ipswich in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Reading to Ipswich in Boston by train?

    The total travel time between Reading and Ipswich in Boston by train is about 2 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the HAVERHILL train from the #1220 | North Station station near Reading in Boston.

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

    Get off the train at the North Station station, which is closest to Ipswich in Boston.

  • How much is the train fare from Reading to Ipswich?

    The ride from Reading to Ipswich costs $17.50.

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