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

From New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA by bus and train

To get from New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD train from New Bedford station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL3 bus and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Chelsea station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $12.65. The bus and train schedule from New Bedford, MA may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

197min$12.65
Walk to train station
Train - FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD
Bus - SL3SL3
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from New Bedford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Bedford
    0.87 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORDFALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD
    Wait for train
    FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD
    #2022 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    100 min
  • 4
    Bus - SL3SL3
    Wait for bus
    SL3
    Chelsea
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chelsea
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chelsea
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #137 | Newburyport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    21 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 New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA

The distance between New Bedford, MA and Salem, MA is approximately 79.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 197 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New Bedford, MA 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 New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA

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

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

    The fastest way takes 197 minutes, using Train line FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD, Bus line SL3, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA?

    The FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD train line goes from New Bedford station near New Bedford, MA in New Bedford to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till South Station station near Salem, MA.

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

    The total travel time between New Bedford, MA and Salem, MA by train and bus is about 3 hr 17 min.

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

    Get on the FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD train from the New Bedford station near New Bedford, MA in New Bedford.

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

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA?

    The ride from New Bedford, MA to Salem, MA costs $12.65.

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