Historic downtown Salem is 30 minutes from Boston’s North Station via the Newburyport and Rockport Commuter Rail lines. Bus #450 from Wonderland, Bus #455 from Logan Airport. Check online for additional train service during Halloween weekend.
MBTA Commuter Rail connects Salem to Boston’s North Station via both the Newburyport and Rockport Lines. Walk from Salem Depot to downtown shopping, dining, attractions, and waterfront. To stay updated on Commuter Rail information follow the MBTA on Twitter.
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On busy October weekends, we recommend parking near a neighboring station (Beverly and Lynn are the closest) and taking the train downtown. Once you arrive in Salem, you’ll be within walking distance of all Haunted Happenings festivities.
Weekend visitors can take advantage of the $10 Commuter Rail Weekends pass, which provides unlimited travel on the Commuter Rail for just $10.00 every weekend. Passes are valid on all lines and zones, Saturdays and Sundays.