What is the cheapest way to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square?

The cheapest way to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square?

The fastest way to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Swampscott and Kendall Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Swampscott - Railroad Ave @ Pine St and arriving at North Station - Nashua St @ Red Auerbach Way station. Services depart every three hours, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Swampscott and Kendall Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swampscott and arriving at North Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Swampscott to Kendall Square?

The distance between Swampscott and Kendall Square is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from Swampscott to Kendall Square without a car?

The best way to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square?

The train from Swampscott to North Station takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Swampscott to Kendall Square bus from?

Swampscott to Kendall Square bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Swampscott - Railroad Ave @ Pine St station.

Where do I catch the Swampscott to Kendall Square train from?

Swampscott to Kendall Square train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Swampscott station.

Train or bus from Swampscott to Kendall Square?

The best way to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square is to train which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Swampscott to Kendall Square bus arrive?

Swampscott to Kendall Square bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station - Nashua St @ Red Auerbach Way.

Where does the Swampscott to Kendall Square train arrive?

Swampscott to Kendall Square train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Swampscott to Kendall Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Swampscott to Kendall Square is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Swampscott to Kendall Square.

Where can I stay near Kendall Square?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Kendall Square.

Swampscott to Kendall Square - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swampscott to Kendall Square by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Swampscott to North Stationtrain Newburyport/Rockport Line
30 min
$3–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swampscott - Railroad Ave @ Pine St to North Station - Nashua St @ Red Auerbach Waybus Newburyport/Rockport Line Shuttle
1h 5m
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swampscott to Kendall Squaretaxi 12.7 mi
20 min
$40–50
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Swampscott to Kendall Squarecar 12.7 mi
20 min
$3–4

Swampscott to Kendall Square by train

145Weekly Trains

30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Swampscott, MA, USA and Kendall Square, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Swampscott to North Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Swampscott - Railroad Ave @ Pine St to North Station - Nashua St @ Red Auerbach Way every 3 hours. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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