The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Salem, MA on Wed, Jan 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for New Haven, CT to Salem, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€32 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
New Haven, CT to Salem, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Salem, MA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:25 PM New Haven, CT | 1h41 | 4:06 PM Salem, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Amtrak operates all train services from New Haven to Salem. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA start from as low as $23 (€18) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $40 (€32) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 41m but the average duration is 2h 43m
Train Operators
- Travel from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA with Amtrak
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:54 AM and the last at 10:32 PM
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 22:32 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Haven, CT and Salem, MA from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salem, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Haven, CT to Salem, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
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