Travel to Salem
Our Tours are Walking Tours. Boston has become the #1 city for traffic in the USA.
We Travel To Salem by Train or by Ferry. By the end of October, parking lots are filled, Ubers are overpriced and traffic to Salem has become so bad- the city of Salem runs shuttle buses from th neighboring town of Peabody. You are still sitting in traffic- it is a horrific experience.
By Train:
North Station is a major transportation hub in Boston, Massachusetts, located at 135 Causeway Street in the West End/North End.
North Station has 3 diferent train rails systems
The MBTA Subway System - for travel around the city -MBTA Line
The MBTA Commuter Rail - for travel out of the city to the suburbs- Purple Line
We perfer “ taking the train” which is the MBTA Commuter Rail from North Station to Salem. It is the most efficient, reliable way to get from the heart of Boston to historic Salem.
The Amtrack Downeaster- For travel around New England and beyond.
Our guides meet you at North Station / TD Garden.
Expect a one-way ride of about 30–35 minutes.
Practical points:
Schedule: Trains run frequently during weekday peak hours and less often midday and on weekends. Check the MBTA schedule for exact departure times, especially on Sundays and holidays.
Boarding: Arrive a few minutes early. Trains board from assigned tracks; station signage and staff can direct you. Most trains have bike racks and accessible seating.
On arrival:
Salem station is a short walk from the historic downtown, museums, and waterfront. There are clear pedestrian routes and local shuttle/bus options for longer hauls or if weather is poor.
Seasonal crowds: Salem is busiest around Halloween. Trains and the station can be crowded then; consider earlier or later departures to avoid peak congestion.
The Commuter Rail offers a straightforward, comfortable connection from Boston to Salem—fast enough for a day trip and convenient for longer stays.
Ferry
Ferry Service operated by City Experiences is located at Long Wharf, Boston - 7 Days a week throughout the season May- Oct. Check the schedule on their site.
