How to get from Salem to Reading by train?

From Salem to Reading by train

To get from Salem to Reading in Boston, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Salem station to North Station station. Next, take the HAVERHILL train from North Station station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $15.00. The train schedule from Salem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Reading on the Moovit app.

81min$15.00
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Train - HAVERHILL
Leaves from Salem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Salem
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #24 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #229 | Haverhill
  • 5
    Ride to train station Reading
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Salem to Reading by bus, subway and train

To get from Salem to Reading in Boston, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Salem station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the 137 bus from Washington St @ Grove St station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $12.10. The train schedule from Salem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Reading on the Moovit app.

109min$12.10
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 137137
Walk to Reading
Leaves from Salem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Salem
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #120 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Oak Grove
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Reading
    36 min
  • 10
    Walk to Reading
    Walk to
    Reading
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Salem to Reading

The distance between Salem, Boston and Reading, Boston is approximately 28.69 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salem to Reading by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Salem to Reading

To check the train schedule from Salem to Reading using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Salem) and destination (Reading), 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 Salem to Reading by bus, subway and train

To get from Salem to Reading in Boston, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Salem station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the 137 bus from Washington St @ Grove St station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $12.10. The train schedule from Salem may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Reading on the Moovit app.

109min$12.10
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 137137
Walk to Reading
Leaves from Salem

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Salem
  • 2
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #120 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Oak Grove
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington St @ Grove St
    ID 5992
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Reading
    36 min
  • 10
    Walk to Reading
    Walk to
    Reading
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Train line HAVERHILL.

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

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 137.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

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

    The NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train line goes from #24 | North Station station near Salem to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Reading in Boston.

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

    The total travel time between Salem and Reading in Boston by train is about 1 hr 21 min.

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

    Get on the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from the #24 | North Station station near Salem in Boston.

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

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

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

    The ride from Salem to Reading costs $15.00.

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