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How to get fromNeedham to Franklinby train, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Needham to Franklin by train, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Needham Center to Rugglestrain train Needham Line
    2. Take the train from Ruggles to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    2h 13m
    $6–12

  2. Drive 18.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Needham to Franklincar car 18.9 mi
    34 min
    $4–5

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Needham to Franklintaxi taxi 18.9 mi
    34 min
    $60–75

  4. Train via South Station

    1. Take the train from Needham Center to South Stationtrain train Needham Line
    2. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    2h 41m
    $6–14

Needham to Franklin by train

Calendar55Weekly Trains
Duration2h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 35.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Needham Center to Franklin via Ruggles in around 2h 13m.

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