How to get from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA by subway and train?

From Back Bay to Ipswich, MA by subway and train

To get from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA in Ipswich, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End 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 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $12.90. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Ipswich, MA on the Moovit app.

79min$12.90
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Ipswich, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ipswich
    51 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ipswich, MA
    Walk to
    Ipswich, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA by subway and train via GREEN LINE E and NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT

To get from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA in Ipswich, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Copley 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 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $12.90. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Ipswich, MA on the Moovit app.

90min$12.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Ipswich, MA
Leaves from Copley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Copley
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ipswich
    51 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ipswich, MA
    Walk to
    Ipswich, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA

The distance between Back Bay and Ipswich, MA is approximately 29.74 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ipswich – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA

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

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Alternative route from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA by subway and train via GREEN LINE E and NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT

To get from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA in Ipswich, take the GREEN LINE E subway from Copley 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 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $12.90. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Ipswich, MA on the Moovit app.

90min$12.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - GREEN LINE E
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Ipswich, MA
Leaves from Copley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Copley
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - GREEN LINE E
    Wait for subway
    GREEN LINE E
    Medford/Tufts
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ipswich
    51 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ipswich, MA
    Walk to
    Ipswich, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA?

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Subway line GREEN LINE E, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay and Ipswich, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Ipswich, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Ipswich, MA by subway and train is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay to get to Ipswich, MA?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Back Bay and Ipswich, MA?

    Get off the subway at the North Station station, which is closest to Ipswich, MA.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA?

    The ride from Back Bay to Ipswich, MA costs $12.90.

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