how far is boston from salem

Boston is about 16 miles from Salem by road, which usually takes around 24 to 33 minutes to drive depending on traffic and route. The straight-line distance is a bit shorter, around 14 to 17 miles.

Travel snapshot

• Driving distance: about 16 miles.

• Typical drive time: about 24 to 33 minutes.

• Straight-line distance: about 14 to 17 miles.

Quick note

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