Salem
Just a short distance from Boston, Salem is a popular tourist attraction for its rich colonial history, excellent dining scene, and annual Halloween festival.
Ways to Get to Salem
Haunted Happenings
Nearly half a million people make the trek to Salem to celebrate Halloween every October. Haunted Happenings, a highlight of these spooky celebrations, features a parade, a street fair, film nights, ghost tours, costume balls, haunted houses, and live music.
Learn more about Haunted Happenings
Commuter Rail Schedule
During the height of Haunted Happenings festivities, additional trains to Salem are added to the regular Newburyport/Rockport Line to accommodate increased ridership. Weekend passes are available for $10, and allow for unlimited trips on the Commuter Rail on Saturdays, Sundays, and select holidays.
View the Salem 2023 train schedule
Parking
Parking in Salem is limited in October. The MBTA parking garage at Salem station will be closed 6 PM – 11:30 PM on October 31.
New to Commuter Rail?
Check out our beginner's guide and learn how to pay your fare, navigate stations, board trains, and plan accessible trips.
New to Commuter Rail?
Check out our beginner's guide and learn how to pay your fare, navigate stations, board trains, and plan accessible trips.