Take the Train to the Beach: Easy Summer Escapes Without the Traffic

Skip the stress of beach traffic and costly parking—just take the train to beaches on the coast of Massachusetts for a hassle-free summer escape. With convenient service to scenic destinations like Salem, Gloucester, and Newburyport on the North Shore, and Nantasket Beach and Cohasset on the South Shore, the Commuter Rail makes it easy to enjoy sun, sand, and sea without the headache of driving. For a weekend getaway, CapeFLYER runs every weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day to Cape Cod, and New Bedford Station is a short distance from the Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard ferry terminal.

Whether you’re planning a weekend beach day or a spontaneous getaway, riding the train to Massachusetts beaches is the smart, affordable, and relaxing way to travel.