How to get from Harvard Square to Salem, MA by subway and train?

From Harvard Square to Salem, MA by subway and train

To get from Harvard Square to Salem, MA you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one train line: take the RED LINE subway from Harvard Square station to Downtown Crossing station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway 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 $10.40. The subway and train schedule from Harvard Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

76min$10.40
Subway - RED LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Harvard Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Harvard Square
  • 2
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Braintree
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Crossing
    12 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Causeway St (East)
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #125 | Newburyport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
  • 9
    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 Harvard Square to Salem, MA

The distance between Harvard Square and Salem, MA is approximately 21.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard Square to Salem, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Salem – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Harvard Square to Salem, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Harvard Square to Salem, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard Square) and destination (Salem, 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Subway line RED LINE, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct subway between Harvard Square and Salem, MA?

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

  • Which subway line goes from Harvard Square to Salem, MA?

    The RED LINE subway line goes from Downtown Crossing station near Harvard Square in Cambridge to Causeway St (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line till Causeway St (East) station near Salem, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard Square to Salem, MA by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Harvard Square and Salem, MA by subway and train is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Harvard Square to get to Salem, MA?

    Get on the RED LINE subway from the Downtown Crossing station near Harvard Square in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Harvard Square and Salem, MA?

    Get off the subway at the Causeway St (East) station, which is closest to Salem, MA.

  • How much is the total subway and train fare from Harvard Square to Salem, MA?

    The ride from Harvard Square to Salem, MA costs $10.40.

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