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How to get fromAmherst to Needhamby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Amherst to Needham by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Bostonbus bus FlixBus 2693
    2. Take the train from South Station to Needham Centertrain train Needham Line
    4h 47m
    $17–36

  2. Bus, train via Worcester

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Amherst Common to Union Station Garage - Worcesterbus bus B79
    2. Take the train from Worcester to Lansdownetrain train Framingham/Worcester Line
    5h 27m
    $13–26

  3. Drive 82.5 mi

    1. Drive from Amherst to Needhamcar car 82.5 mi
    1h 48m
    $16–22

  4. Bus, train via Springfield

    1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Springfield Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0256S
    2. Take the train from Springfield to Bostontrain train Lake Shore Limited
    6h 35m
    $36–82

Amherst to Needham by bus and train

Calendar10Weekly Services
Duration4h 47mAverage Duration
Ticket$17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 102.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Amherst to Needham. However, you can take the line 31 bus to Studio Arts Building, walk to University of Massachusetts Amherst, take the bus to Boston, walk to South Station, then take the train to Needham Center. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amherst Common to Needham Center via Union Station Garage - Worcester, Worcester, Lansdowne, Blandford Street, Copley, and Back Bay in around 5h 27m.

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