How to get from Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA by bus and train?

From Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA by bus and train

To get from Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 17 bus from Merrimac Square station to Washington Square Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DOWNEASTER train and finally take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

203min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from Merrimac Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merrimac Square
    ID 4256755
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Washington Square Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington Square Transit Center
    ID 8900073
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Haverhill
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
    Wait for train
    DOWNEASTER
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #413 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    68 min
  • 9
    Walk to Shirley, MA
    Walk to
    Shirley, MA
    680 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA

The distance between Merrimac Square and Shirley, MA is approximately 80.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 203 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Shirley – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 203 minutes, using Bus line 17, Train line DOWNEASTER, Train line FITCHBURG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merrimac Square and Shirley, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merrimac Square to Shirley, MA?

    The 17 bus line goes from Merrimac Square station near Merrimac Square in Boston to Washington Square Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Washington Square Transit Center station near Shirley, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Merrimac Square and Shirley, MA by bus and train is about 3 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merrimac Square to get to Shirley, MA?

    Get on the 17 bus from the Merrimac Square stop near Merrimac Square in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the Washington Square Transit Center station, which is closest to Shirley, MA.

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