How to get from Ayer to Salem, MA by bus and train?

From Ayer to Salem, MA by bus and train

To get from Ayer to Salem, MA in Salem, take the FITCHBURG train from Ayer station to North Station station. Next, take the 450 bus from Congress St @ Haymarket Sta station to Washington St @ New Derby St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $16.50. The bus and train schedule from Ayer may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

153min$16.50
Train - FITCHBURG
Bus - 450450
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Ayer

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ayer
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Congress St @ Haymarket Sta
    ID 117
    670 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - 450450
    Wait for bus
    450
    Salem Depot
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ New Derby St
    ID 4562
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ayer to Salem, MA by train

To get from Ayer to Salem, MA in Salem, take the FITCHBURG train from Ayer station to North Station station. Next, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $20.25. The bus and train schedule from Ayer may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

114min$20.25
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Ayer

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ayer
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #416 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    70 min
  • 4
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #33 | Rockport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ayer to Salem, MA

The distance between Ayer and Salem, MA is approximately 51.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 153 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ayer to Salem, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Salem – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ayer to Salem, MA

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

To get from Ayer to Salem, MA in Salem, take the FITCHBURG train from Ayer station to North Station station. Next, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $20.25. The bus and train schedule from Ayer may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

114min$20.25
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Ayer

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ayer
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #416 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    70 min
  • 4
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #33 | Rockport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ayer to Salem, MA?

    The fastest way takes 153 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Bus line 450.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ayer to Salem, MA?

    The alternative route takes 114 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct train between Ayer and Salem, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 33 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ayer to Salem, MA?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Ayer to Salem, MA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ayer and Salem, MA by train and bus is about 2 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ayer to get to Salem, MA?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ayer and Salem, MA?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Ayer to Salem, MA?

    The ride from Ayer to Salem, MA costs $16.50.

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