How to get from Chelsea to Salem, MA by train?

From Chelsea to Salem, MA by train

Take one direct train from Chelsea to Salem, MA in Salem: take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Chelsea station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $3.50. The train schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

31min$3.50
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelsea
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    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #27 | Rockport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chelsea to Salem, MA by bus

To get from Chelsea to Salem, MA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the SL3 bus from Chelsea station to Box District station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 116 bus and finally take the 450 bus from American Legion Hwy @ Revere St station to Washington St @ New Derby St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $8.35. The train schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

82min$8.35
Bus - SL3SL3
Bus - 116116
Bus - 450450
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chelsea
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Box District
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway @ Gerrish Ave
    ID 5750
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Wonderland
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Revere St @ Stowers St
    ID 5770
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    American Legion Hwy @ Revere St
    ID 4512
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 450450
    Wait for bus
    450
    Salem Depot
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ New Derby St
    ID 4562
    45 min
  • 10
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chelsea to Salem, MA

The distance between Chelsea and Salem, MA is approximately 12.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelsea to Salem, MA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Salem – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Chelsea to Salem, MA

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

To get from Chelsea to Salem, MA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the SL3 bus from Chelsea station to Box District station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 116 bus and finally take the 450 bus from American Legion Hwy @ Revere St station to Washington St @ New Derby St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $8.35. The train schedule from Chelsea may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

82min$8.35
Bus - SL3SL3
Bus - 116116
Bus - 450450
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Chelsea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chelsea
  • 2
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Box District
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway @ Gerrish Ave
    ID 5750
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Wonderland
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Revere St @ Stowers St
    ID 5770
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    American Legion Hwy @ Revere St
    ID 4512
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 450450
    Wait for bus
    450
    Salem Depot
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ New Derby St
    ID 4562
    45 min
  • 10
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

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

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Bus line SL3, Bus line 116, Bus line 450.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Chelsea in Chelsea to Salem, MA in Salem in 31 min.

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

    The NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train line goes from #27 | Rockport station near Chelsea in Chelsea to Salem station near Salem, MA in Salem.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelsea to Salem, MA by train?

    The total travel time between Chelsea and Salem, MA by train is about 31 min.

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

    Get on the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from the #27 | Rockport station near Chelsea in Chelsea.

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

    Get off the train at the Salem station, which is closest to Salem, MA.

  • When is the first train from Chelsea to Salem, MA?

    The first train from Chelsea in Chelsea to Salem, MA in Salem is Newburyport/Rockport. It leaves the Chelsea station at 8:06 PM.

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

    The ride from Chelsea to Salem, MA costs $3.50.

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