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

From Merrimac Plaza to Salem, MA by bus and train

To get from Merrimac Plaza to Salem, MA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 24 bus from Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket station to Mcg B station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 11 bus and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from Newburyport station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

139min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1111
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket
    ID 8936788
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcg B
    ID 11107464
    21 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Pond Street - Cvs
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newburyport Mbta Station
    ID 8916186
    55 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newburyport
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #130 | North Station
  • 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 Merrimac Plaza to Salem, MA

The distance between Merrimac Plaza and Salem, MA is approximately 45.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrimac Plaza 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 Merrimac Plaza to Salem, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 11, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merrimac Plaza and Salem, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merrimac Plaza to Salem, MA?

    The 24 bus line goes from Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket station near Merrimac Plaza in Methuen Town to Mcg B station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Mcg B station near Salem, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Merrimac Plaza and Salem, MA by bus and train is about 2 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merrimac Plaza to get to Salem, MA?

    Get on the 24 bus from the Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket stop near Merrimac Plaza in Methuen Town.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Merrimac Plaza and Salem, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Mcg B station, which is closest to Salem, MA.

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