The average train between Needham and Lowell takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Needham to Lowell. 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 Lowell. 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 Lowell at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Forest Hills and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Needham to Lowell? 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 Lowell. However, there are services departing from Needham Center station and arriving at Lowell station via Forest Hills station and North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Needham to Lowell train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Needham Center station.
Needham to Lowell train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lowell station.
The distance between Needham and Lowell is 39.5 km. The road distance is 47 km.
There is no direct connection from Needham to Lowell. However, you can take the train to Forest Hills, walk to Forest Hills, take the subway to North Station, walk to North Station, then take the train to Lowell. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Lowell via Newton Highlands, Newton Highlands, North Station, and North Station in around 2h 32m.