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How to get fromNeedham to Amherstby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Needham Center to South Stationtrain train Needham Line
    2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus bus Ppb 6261 / ...
    3h 38m
    $22–48

  2. Train, bus via Worcester

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain train Framingham/Worcester Line
    2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus bus B79
    5h 30m
    $13–23

  3. Train, bus via Springfield

    1. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain train Lake Shore Limited
    2. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus bus Ppb 6509 / ...
    5h 41m
    $32–80

  4. Drive  83.6 mi

    1. Drive from Needham to Amherstcar car 83.6 mi
    1h 50m
    $16–22

Needham to Amherst by train and bus

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration3h 38mAverage Duration
Ticket$22Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 106.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 38m

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

There is no direct connection from Needham to Amherst. However, you can take the train to South Station, walk to Boston, then take the bus to Amherst Center. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Amherst Common via Newton Highlands, Newton Highlands, Kenmore, Lansdowne, Worcester, and Union Station Garage - Worcester in around 5h 30m.

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