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

From Springfield to Shirley, MA by bus and train

To get from Springfield to Shirley, MA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the GREYHOUND US0230 bus from Springfield Union Station station to South Station Bus Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0256S bus and finally take the FITCHBURG train from Ayer station to Shirley station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Springfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shirley, MA on the Moovit app.

283min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
Train - FITCHBURG
Walk to Shirley, MA
Leaves from Springfield Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Union Station
    ID SPM6
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0230GREYHOUND US0230
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0230
    Boston (South Station)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station Bus Terminal
    115 min
  • 4
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0256SGREYHOUND US0256S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0256S
    New York Port Authority
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ayer MA
    ID DVN6
    85 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ayer
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #417 | Wachusett
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shirley
    5 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 Springfield to Shirley, MA

The distance between Springfield and Shirley, MA is approximately 122.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 283 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Springfield 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 Springfield to Shirley, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 283 minutes, using Bus line GREYHOUND US0230, Bus line GREYHOUND US0256S, Train line FITCHBURG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Springfield to Shirley, MA?

    The GREYHOUND US0230 bus line goes from Springfield Union Station near Springfield in Boston to South Station Bus Terminal. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till South Station Bus Terminal near Shirley, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Springfield and Shirley, MA by bus and train is about 4 hr 43 min.

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

    Get on the GREYHOUND US0230 bus from the Springfield Union Station near Springfield in Boston.

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

    Get off the bus at the South Station Bus Terminal, which is closest to Shirley, MA.

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