What is the cheapest way to get from Needham to Princeton?

The cheapest way to get from Needham to Princeton is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Needham to Princeton?

The fastest way to get from Needham to Princeton is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Needham and Princeton?

No, there is no direct train from Needham to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Needham Center and arriving at Wachusett via Ruggles and North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Needham to Princeton?

The distance between Needham and Princeton is 76 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

How do I travel from Needham to Princeton without a car?

The best way to get from Needham to Princeton without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Needham to Princeton?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Needham to Princeton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Needham to Princeton train from?

Needham to Princeton train services, operated by MBTA, depart from North Station.

Where does the Needham to Princeton train arrive?

Needham to Princeton train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Wachusett station.

Can I drive from Needham to Princeton?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham to Princeton is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Needham to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are 69+ hotels available in Princeton.

Needham to Princeton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Needham to Princeton by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Station to Wachusetttrain Fitchburg Line
3h 32m
$41–58
Drive 43.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needham to Princetoncar 43.1 mi
1h 7m
$8–12
Line 59 bus, line 504 bus, bus, line 30 bus, taxi
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Boston to Worcesterbus
4. Take the bus from Central Hub to West Boylston WalMartbus 30
5. Take the taxi from West Boylston WalMart to Princetontaxi
4h 25m
$41–64
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham to Princetontaxi 43.1 mi
1h 7m
$130–160
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Newton Highlands to North Stationtram D
2. Take the train from North Station to Wachusetttrain Fitchburg Line
3h 56m
$41–55

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Distance: 75.5 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

MBTA operates a train from North Station to Wachusett every 2 hours. Tickets cost $10–16 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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How to get fromNeedham to Princetonby train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

There are 5 ways to get from Needham to Princeton by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

Train

Drive 43.1 mi

Line 59 bus, line 504 bus, bus, line 30 bus, taxi

Taxi