Cheap coach tickets from Boston to Salem

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Coach from Boston to Salem: Journey Information

There are 24 intercity coaches per day from Boston to Salem. Travelling by coach from Boston to Salem usually takes around 1 hour and 4 minutes, but the fastest Boston Express coach can make the trip in 35 minutes.

Distance
30 mi (49 km)
Shortest duration
35m
Cheapest price
£11.22
Trips per day
23
Most frequent service
Boston Express
Coach lines
2

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Boston to Salem (Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Suzanne

21 June 2026 - Visiting family

Boston Express
Pros: We would definitely do the Aniston Express again. I love the foot rests in the back of the seats. I cannot respond to the working WiFi as did not try

5.0

Carolyn

30 August 2025 - Visiting family

Concord Coach Lines
Pros: awesome Cons: it was everything perfect

5.0

Alice

5 June 2021 - Visiting family

Concord Coach Lines
Pros: The trip was over sold by two seats. I had to sit by the toilet and another passenger doubled up with another. I would’ve preferred to not have sat by the bathroom. Cons: Better spaced seats Tips: Try to arrive early. I got there right on time-2 mins before departure, which I consider late. The gate where the bus was listed to be departing from was not so. If I’d not gotten lucky, I may have missed the bus by 30 seconds.
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How much is a coach ticket from Boston to Salem?

Coach tickets for a trip from Boston to Salem cost £11 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Boston to Salem by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Boston to Salem in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £13 to £13. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 24 October 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Salem this week, coach tickets are available starting at £13.

Average coach ticket prices from Boston to Salem by month

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Travelling from Boston to Salem by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £13 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £1.59 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Boston to Salem?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Boston to Salem that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Boston Express usually offers more choice, with 21 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Boston Express211h£12.75
Concord Coach Lines31h 27m£12.16
  • Boston Express is a top-notch coach company that makes it easy for people to get around by connecting Boston South Station, the airport, nearby cities, and destinations across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Boston Express coaches have air conditioning and onboard toilets for a comfortable ride. Plus, they have WiFi and power sockets, so you can stay connected and keep your devices charged while on the go!

  • Concord Coach Lines is an intercity transport company that operates daily coach routes across the Northeast. Their services provide one of the main methods of ground transport across New Hampshire and Maine, and they are one of the several carriers that connect northern New England with Boston and New York City. Concord Coach Lines won numerous 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Awards for their on-time performance, quality coaches, helpful crew, and reliable Wi-Fi, and nabbed the top spot as the #1 Best Bus Service in the United States.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Boston to Salem

There are 24 scheduled coaches that travel from Boston to Salem every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 23 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

24

Direct trips

23

The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 4 minutes to cover the 30 miles from Boston to Salem. However, the fastest coach only takes 35 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

30

Distance (km)

49

The first coach leaves at 6:25 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Boston to Salem, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

6:25am

Latest coach

8:00pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Boston to Salem for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Salem, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Boston

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Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbour, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travellers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Boston?

Main departure station: South Station Bus Terminal

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The South Station Bus Terminal is Boston's primary intercity coach station, and a major hub for coach companies like Greyhound, OurBus, Concord Coach Lines, Peter Pan Bus Lines, and more. The coach station is directly adjacent to the South Station Train Terminal, making it easy to access the local MBTA public transit, commuter rail, and connections to the airport. At the coach station, you'll find an on-site car park, a food court, and free WiFi. Nestled between the Financial District, Chinatown, and the Seaport, South Station is within a short walk from some of Boston's top sights and it is easily accessible by any mode of transport.

All coach stations in Boston:

  • South Station Bus Terminal
  • Boston Logan Airport

Where does the coach arrive in Salem?

Main arrival station: Salem Transportation Center

All coaches from Boston arrive at one main station in Salem.

Coach stations in Salem:

  • Salem Transportation Center

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