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

From Back Bay to Swampscott, MA by subway and train

To get from Back Bay to Swampscott, MA in Swampscott, take the ORANGE LINE subway from Back Bay - South End station to Causeway St (East) station. Next, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Swampscott station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 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 Swampscott, MA on the Moovit app.

56min$10.40
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Swampscott, 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
    Causeway St (East)
    8 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
    Swampscott
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Swampscott, MA
    Walk to
    Swampscott, MA
    760 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Back Bay to Swampscott, MA

The distance between Back Bay and Swampscott, MA is approximately 15.17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Back Bay to Swampscott, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Swampscott – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Back Bay to Swampscott, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Back Bay to Swampscott, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Back Bay) and destination (Swampscott, 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay to Swampscott, MA?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

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

    The ORANGE LINE subway line goes from Causeway St (East) 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 Swampscott, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Back Bay and Swampscott, MA by subway and train is about 56 min.

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

    Get on the ORANGE LINE subway from the Causeway St (East) station near Back Bay in Boston.

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

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

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

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

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