What is the cheapest way to get from Back Bay to Needham?

The cheapest way to get from Back Bay to Needham is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay to Needham?

The fastest way to get from Back Bay to Needham is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Back Bay and Needham?

No, there is no direct train from Back Bay station to Needham. However, there are services departing from Saco Amtrak Station and arriving at Needham Center via North Station and Ruggles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Back Bay to Needham?

The distance between Back Bay and Needham is 119 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

How do I travel from Back Bay to Needham without a car?

The best way to get from Back Bay to Needham without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $55 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Back Bay to Needham?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Back Bay to Needham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Back Bay to Needham bus from?

Back Bay to Needham bus services, operated by Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, depart from Saco Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Back Bay to Needham train from?

Back Bay to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Saco Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Back Bay to Needham?

The best way to get from Back Bay to Needham is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $55 - $100. Alternatively, you can line 60 bus and bus, which costs $27 - $65 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Back Bay to Needham bus arrive?

Back Bay to Needham bus services, operated by Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, arrive at Congress St & Forest Ave station.

Where does the Back Bay to Needham train arrive?

Back Bay to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Back Bay to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between Back Bay to Needham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Back Bay to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Needham.

Back Bay to Needham - 3 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Back Bay and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from Back Bay to Needham. However, there are services departing from UNE Campus Center and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Saco Transportation Center, Congress St + Forest Ave, Portland, ME, Otis St @ Summer St and Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Back Bay to Needham by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Saco Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Downeaster
5h 1m
$59–95
Drive 104.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Back Bay to Needhamcar 104.9 mi
2h 13m
$20–28
Line 60 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Saco Transportation Center to Congress St & Forest Avebus 60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
7h 22m
$27–61

Back Bay to Needham by bus, train, and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 118.3 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Back Bay, ME, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Saco Amtrak Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from UNE Campus Center to Highland Ave @ May St via Saco Transportation Center, Congress St + Forest Ave, Portland, ME, Boston, MA - South Station, Otis St @ Summer St, Galen St @ Water St, and Watertown Sq Terminal in around 7h 22m.

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