The average train between New Bedford and Methuen takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from New Bedford to Methuen. 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 every 3 hours between New Bedford and Methuen. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from New Bedford is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Methuen at 6:54 AM. All services require a transfer at South Station and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from New Bedford to Methuen? 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 New Bedford to Methuen. However, there are services departing from New Bedford station and arriving at Methuen station via South Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
New Bedford to Methuen train services, operated by MBTA, depart from New Bedford station.
New Bedford to Methuen train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lawrence station.
The distance between New Bedford and Methuen is 123.2 km. The road distance is 141 km.
You can take a train from New Bedford to Lawrence via South Station, Downtown Crossing, Malden Center, and Malden Center in around 3h 56m.