How to get from Back Bay to Salem, MA by subway and train?

From Back Bay to Salem, MA by subway and train

To get from Back Bay to Salem, MA in Salem, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End 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 7 min. The ride fare is $10.40. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

67min$10.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #125 | Newburyport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Back Bay to Salem, MA by bus and subway

To get from Back Bay to Salem, MA in Salem, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Haymarket 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 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

75min$6.65
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 450450
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Haymarket
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Congress St @ Haymarket Sta
    ID 117
    50 yd • 1 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
    57 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Salem, MA

The distance between Back Bay and Salem, MA is approximately 18.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay 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 Back Bay to Salem, MA

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

To get from Back Bay to Salem, MA in Salem, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Haymarket 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 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The subway and train schedule from Back Bay may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

75min$6.65
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 450450
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Back Bay - South End

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Back Bay
  • 2
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Haymarket
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Congress St @ Haymarket Sta
    ID 117
    50 yd • 1 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
    57 min
  • 7
    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 Back Bay to Salem, MA?

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

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

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 450.

  • Is there a direct subway between Back Bay and Salem, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Back Bay to Salem, MA?

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till North Station station near Salem, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Salem, MA by subway and train is about 1 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Back Bay to get to Salem, MA?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Oak Grove station near Back Bay in Boston.

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

    Get off the subway at the North Station station, which is closest to Salem, MA.

  • How much is the subway fare from Back Bay to Salem, MA?

    The ride from Back Bay to Salem, MA costs $10.40.

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