What is the cheapest way to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing?

The cheapest way to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing?

The fastest way to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Needham and Downtown Crossing?

No, there is no direct bus from Needham to Downtown Crossing. However, there are services departing from Highland Ave @ May St and arriving at Federal St @ Franklin St via Technology Way @ Watertown Yard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Needham and Downtown Crossing?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Needham Center and arriving at South Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Needham to Downtown Crossing?

The distance between Needham and Downtown Crossing is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

How do I travel from Needham to Downtown Crossing without a car?

The best way to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $2 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing?

The train from Needham Center to South Station takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Needham to Downtown Crossing bus from?

Needham to Downtown Crossing bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Highland Ave @ May St station.

Where do I catch the Needham to Downtown Crossing train from?

Needham to Downtown Crossing train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Needham Center station.

Train or bus from Needham to Downtown Crossing?

The best way to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing is to train which takes 45 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and line 504 bus, which costs $2 - $10 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Needham to Downtown Crossing bus arrive?

Needham to Downtown Crossing bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Watertown Sq Terminal station.

Where does the Needham to Downtown Crossing train arrive?

Needham to Downtown Crossing train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Station.

Can I drive from Needham to Downtown Crossing?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham to Downtown Crossing is 12 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Needham to Downtown Crossing.

Where can I stay near Downtown Crossing?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Downtown Crossing.

Needham to Downtown Crossing - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 59 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Needham to Downtown Crossing by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Needham Center to South Stationtrain Needham Line
45 min
$2–8
Line 59 bus, line 504 bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Watertown Sq Terminalbus 59
2. Take the bus from Technology Way @ Watertown Yard to Federal St @ Franklin Stbus 504 / ...
1h 37m
$3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham to Downtown Crossingtaxi 11.7 mi
23 min
$35–50
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Needham to Downtown Crossingcar 11.7 mi
23 min
$3–4

Needham to Downtown Crossing by train and foot

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Distance: 13.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Needham, MA, USA and Downtown Crossing, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Needham Center to South Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Downtown Crossing via Watertown Sq Terminal, Technology Way @ Watertown Yard, and Federal St @ Franklin St in around 1h 37m.

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