The average train between Melrose and New Bedford takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Melrose to New Bedford. 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 5 times a day between Melrose and New Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melrose is at 10:38 PM which arrives into New Bedford at 1:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Oak Grove and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Melrose to New Bedford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Melrose to New Bedford. However, there are services departing from Melrose station and arriving at New Bedford station via New Bedford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Melrose to New Bedford train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.
Melrose to New Bedford train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at New Bedford station.
The distance between Melrose and New Bedford is 92.3 km. The road distance is 110 km.
MBTA operates a train from South Station to New Bedford every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 1h 40m.