How to get from Davis Square to Salem by bus and train?

Davis Square to Salem - Bus Schedule

The 96 bus from Davis Square to Salem runs from 12:24 AM to 11:54 PM, with departures every 20 min-3 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 16 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Davis Square to Salem by bus and train

To get from Davis Square to Salem in Boston, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 96 bus from College Ave @ Highland Ave station to Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $9.70. The bus and train schedule from Davis Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem on the Moovit app.

76min$9.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9696
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Leaves from College Ave @ Highland Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    College Ave @ Highland Ave
    ID 5015
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Harvard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd
    ID 12301
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porter
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #410 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    15 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #27 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station Salem
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Davis Square to Salem

The distance between Davis Square, Boston and Salem, Boston is approximately 20.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Davis Square to Salem by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Davis Square to Salem

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

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 96, Train line FITCHBURG, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Davis Square and Salem?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Davis Square to Salem?

    The 96 bus line goes from College Ave @ Highland Ave station near Davis Square in Somerville to Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station near Salem in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Davis Square to Salem by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Davis Square in Somerville and Salem in Boston by bus and train is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Davis Square to get to Salem?

    Get on the 96 bus from the College Ave @ Highland Ave stop near Davis Square in Somerville.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Davis Square and Salem?

    Get off the bus at the Massachusetts Ave @ Upland Rd station, which is closest to Salem in Boston.

  • How much is the bus fare from Davis Square to Salem?

    The ride from Davis Square to Salem costs $9.70.

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