How to get from Riverside to Swampscott, MA by bus and train?

From Riverside to Swampscott, MA by bus and train

To get from Riverside to Swampscott, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 558 bus from Riverside station to Moody St @ Carter St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FITCHBURG train and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Swampscott station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $16.70. The bus and train schedule from Riverside may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Swampscott, MA on the Moovit app.

91min$16.70
Bus - 558558
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Swampscott, MA
Leaves from Riverside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Riverside
  • 2
    Bus - 558558
    Wait for bus
    558
    Newton Corner
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moody St @ Carter St
    ID 86971
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waltham
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #131 | Newburyport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swampscott
    25 min
  • 9
    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 Riverside to Swampscott, MA

The distance between Riverside and Swampscott, MA is approximately 27.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverside to Swampscott, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Swampscott – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Riverside to Swampscott, MA

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

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 558, Train line FITCHBURG, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Swampscott, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Riverside to Swampscott, MA?

    The 558 bus line goes from Moody St @ Carter St station near Riverside in Newton to North Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till North Station near Swampscott, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Riverside and Swampscott, MA by bus and train is about 1 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Riverside to get to Swampscott, MA?

    Get on the 558 bus from the Moody St @ Carter St stop near Riverside in Newton.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Riverside and Swampscott, MA?

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

  • How much is the bus fare from Riverside to Swampscott, MA?

    The ride from Riverside to Swampscott, MA costs $16.70.

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