- Distance: 12.8 mi
- Duration: 38 min
The average train between Boston and Needham takes 38 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Needham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Boston and Needham. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Needham at 10:51 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 38 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Station and arriving at Needham Center station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.
Boston to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.
Boston to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Needham Center station.
The distance between Boston and Needham is 16.5 km. The road distance is 19 km.
MBTA operates a train from South Station to Needham Center hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 39 min.
