How to get from South Acton to Swampscott, MA by train?

From South Acton to Swampscott, MA by train

To get from South Acton to Swampscott, MA in Swampscott, take the FITCHBURG train from South Acton station to North Station station. Next, take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Swampscott station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $18.50. The train schedule from South Acton may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Swampscott, MA on the Moovit app.

94min$18.50
Train - FITCHBURG
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Swampscott, MA
Leaves from South Acton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Acton
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #416 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    56 min
  • 4
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #33 | Rockport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swampscott
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Swampscott, MA
    Walk to
    Swampscott, MA
    760 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Acton to Swampscott, MA by bus, subway and train

To get from South Acton to Swampscott, MA you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the FITCHBURG train from South Acton station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE subway and finally take the 442 bus from Wonderland station to Opp 56 Humphrey St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $14.60. The train schedule from South Acton may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Swampscott, MA on the Moovit app.

134min$14.60
Train - FITCHBURG
Subway - BLUE LINE
Bus - 442442
Walk to Swampscott, MA
Leaves from South Acton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Acton
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    59 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Bowdoin
    670 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Subway - BLUE LINE
    Wait for subway
    BLUE LINE
    Wonderland
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Wonderland
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wonderland
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 442442
    Wait for bus
    442
    Marblehead Via Central Square & Humphrey St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opp 56 Humphrey St
    ID 4811
    24 min
  • 10
    Walk to Swampscott, MA
    Walk to
    Swampscott, MA
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Acton to Swampscott, MA

The distance between South Acton and Swampscott, MA is approximately 38.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Acton to Swampscott, MA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Swampscott – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from South Acton to Swampscott, MA

To check the train schedule from South Acton to Swampscott, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Acton) and destination (Swampscott, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From South Acton to Swampscott, MA by bus, subway and train

To get from South Acton to Swampscott, MA you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the FITCHBURG train from South Acton station to North Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE subway and finally take the 442 bus from Wonderland station to Opp 56 Humphrey St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $14.60. The train schedule from South Acton may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Swampscott, MA on the Moovit app.

134min$14.60
Train - FITCHBURG
Subway - BLUE LINE
Bus - 442442
Walk to Swampscott, MA
Leaves from South Acton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Acton
  • 2
    Train - FITCHBURGFITCHBURG
    Wait for train
    FITCHBURG
    #414 | North Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    59 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Bowdoin
    670 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Subway - BLUE LINE
    Wait for subway
    BLUE LINE
    Wonderland
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Wonderland
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wonderland
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 442442
    Wait for bus
    442
    Marblehead Via Central Square & Humphrey St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opp 56 Humphrey St
    ID 4811
    24 min
  • 10
    Walk to Swampscott, MA
    Walk to
    Swampscott, MA
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Acton to Swampscott, MA?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Acton to Swampscott, MA?

    The alternative route takes 134 minutes, using Train line FITCHBURG, Subway line BLUE LINE, Bus line 442.

  • Is there a direct train between South Acton and Swampscott, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from South Acton to Swampscott, MA?

    The FITCHBURG train line goes from #416 | North Station station near South Acton 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 South Acton to Swampscott, MA by train?

    The total travel time between South Acton and Swampscott, MA by train is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South Acton to get to Swampscott, MA?

    Get on the FITCHBURG train from the #416 | North Station station near South Acton in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between South Acton and Swampscott, MA?

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

  • How much is the train fare from South Acton to Swampscott, MA?

    The ride from South Acton to Swampscott, MA costs $18.50.

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