What is the cheapest way to get from South Boston to Needham?

The cheapest way to get from South Boston to Needham is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Boston to Needham?

The fastest way to get from South Boston to Needham is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between South Boston and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from South Boston to Needham. However, there are services departing from Saint James Ave @ Arlington St and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between South Boston and Needham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Back Bay and arriving at Needham Center. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from South Boston to Needham?

The distance between South Boston and Needham is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

How do I travel from South Boston to Needham without a car?

The best way to get from South Boston to Needham without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $2 - $8.

How long does it take to get from South Boston to Needham?

The train from Back Bay to Needham Center takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Needham bus from?

South Boston to Needham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Saint James Ave @ Arlington St station.

Where do I catch the South Boston to Needham train from?

South Boston to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Back Bay station.

Train or bus from South Boston to Needham?

The best way to get from South Boston to Needham is to train which takes 31 min and costs $2 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 504 bus and line 59 bus, which costs $2 - $10 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the South Boston to Needham bus arrive?

South Boston to Needham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Galen St @ Water St station.

Where does the South Boston to Needham train arrive?

South Boston to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Needham Center station.

Can I drive from South Boston to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between South Boston to Needham is 12 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from South Boston to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1660+ hotels available in Needham.

South Boston to Needham - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 504 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Boston to Needham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Back Bay to Needham Centertrain Needham Line
31 min
$2–8
Line 504 bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the bus from Saint James Ave @ Arlington St to Galen St @ Water Stbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watertown Sq Terminal to Highland Ave @ May Stbus 59
1h 35m
$3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Boston to Needhamtaxi 12 mi
24 min
$40–50
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from South Boston to Needhamcar 12 mi
24 min
$3–4

South Boston to Needham by train

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between South Boston, MA, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Back Bay to Needham Center hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint James Ave @ Arlington St to Highland Ave @ May St via Galen St @ Water St and Watertown Sq Terminal in around 1h 35m.

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