How to get from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA by bus and train?

From Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA by bus and train

To get from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FITCHBURG train from Shirley station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HAVERHILL train and finally take the 137 bus from Malden Center station to Salem St Opp Manning St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $13.95. The bus and train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

164min$13.95
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - HAVERHILL
Bus - 137137
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from Shirley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Shirley Mbta Station
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    78 min
  • 4
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1231 | Reading
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Malden Center
    11 min
  • 6
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Reading Depot
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Salem St Opp Manning St
    ID 9296
    43 min
  • 8
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA by train

To get from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA in Reading, take the FITCHBURG train from Shirley 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 2 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $19.25. The bus and train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

154min$19.25
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from Shirley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Shirley Mbta Station
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    78 min
  • 4
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1231 | Reading
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA

The distance between Shirley Mbta Station and Reading, MA is approximately 54.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Reading – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA

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

To get from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA in Reading, take the FITCHBURG train from Shirley 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 2 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $19.25. The bus and train schedule from Shirley Mbta Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Reading, MA on the Moovit app.

154min$19.25
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - HAVERHILL
Walk to Reading, MA
Leaves from Shirley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Shirley Mbta Station
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    78 min
  • 4
    Train - HAVERHILLHAVERHILL
    Wait for train
    HAVERHILL
    #1231 | Reading
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to Reading, MA
    Walk to
    Reading, MA
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA?

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Train line HAVERHILL, Bus line 137.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA?

    The alternative route takes 154 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Train line HAVERHILL.

  • Is there a direct train between Shirley Mbta Station and Reading, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA?

    The FITCHBURG train line goes from #414 | North Station station near Shirley Mbta Station in Shirley to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till North Station station near Reading, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Shirley Mbta Station and Reading, MA by train and bus is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Shirley Mbta Station to get to Reading, MA?

    Get on the FITCHBURG train from the #414 | North Station station near Shirley Mbta Station in Shirley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Shirley Mbta Station and Reading, MA?

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA?

    The ride from Shirley Mbta Station to Reading, MA costs $13.95.

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