The average train between Needham and Fitchburg takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Needham to Fitchburg. 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 Needham and Fitchburg. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Needham is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Fitchburg at 1:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Forest Hills and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Needham to Fitchburg? 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 Needham to Fitchburg. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Fitchburg station via Fitchburg station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Needham to Fitchburg train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.
Needham to Fitchburg train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Fitchburg station.
The distance between Needham and Fitchburg is 57.4 km. The road distance is 70 km.
MBTA operates a train from North Station to Fitchburg every 2 hours. Tickets cost $9–15 and the journey takes 1h 25m.