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

From Merrimac Plaza to Shirley, MA by bus and train

To get from Merrimac Plaza to Shirley, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 24 bus from Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the FITCHBURG train from North Station station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $22.75. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

169min$22.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Train - LOWELL
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, 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
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lowell
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #328 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    45 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 Plaza to Shirley, MA

The distance between Merrimac Plaza and Shirley, MA is approximately 74.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrimac Plaza 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 Plaza to Shirley, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Bus line 24, Train line LOWELL, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

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

    The 24 bus line goes from Merrimac Plaza - Market Basket station near Merrimac Plaza in Methuen Town to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station near Shirley, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Merrimac Plaza and Shirley, MA by bus and train is about 2 hr 49 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station, which is closest to Shirley, MA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Merrimac Plaza to Shirley, MA?

    The ride from Merrimac Plaza to Shirley, MA costs $22.75.

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