How to get from Needham Center to Brown University by train?

From Needham Center to Brown University by train

To get from Needham Center to Brown University in Boston, take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, take the ACELA train from Back Bay - South End station to Providence station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brown University on the Moovit app.

112min
Train - NEEDHAM
Train - ACELAACELA
Walk to Brown University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Needham Center
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Washington
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Providence
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brown University
    Walk to
    Brown University
    Waterman Street
    0.72 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Needham Center to Brown University by bus and train

To get from Needham Center to Brown University in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the 1 bus from Kennedy Plaza (Stop I) station to Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brown University on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - NEEDHAM
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Bus - 11
Walk to Brown University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Needham Center
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Norfolk
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Providence
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kennedy Plaza (Stop I)
    ID 016590
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    South Attleboro Station Via Hope St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)
    ID 016905
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brown University
    Walk to
    Brown University
    Waterman Street
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Needham Center to Brown University

The distance between Needham Center, Boston and Brown University, Boston is approximately 54.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Needham Center to Brown University by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Needham Center to Brown University

To check the train schedule from Needham Center to Brown University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Needham Center) and destination (Brown University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Needham Center to Brown University by bus and train

To get from Needham Center to Brown University in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the 1 bus from Kennedy Plaza (Stop I) station to Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brown University on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - NEEDHAM
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Bus - 11
Walk to Brown University
Leaves from Needham Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Needham Center
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Norfolk
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Providence
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kennedy Plaza (Stop I)
    ID 016590
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    South Attleboro Station Via Hope St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tunnel & Thayer (Before Thayer)
    ID 016905
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brown University
    Walk to
    Brown University
    Waterman Street
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Needham Center to Brown University?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Train line ACELA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Needham Center to Brown University?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Needham Center and Brown University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Needham Center to Brown University?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from #620 | South Station station near Needham Center in Needham to Back Bay - South End station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Back Bay - South End station near Brown University in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Needham Center to Brown University by train?

    The total travel time between Needham Center in Needham and Brown University in Boston by train is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Needham Center to get to Brown University?

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the #620 | South Station station near Needham Center in Needham.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Needham Center and Brown University?

    Get off the train at the Back Bay - South End station, which is closest to Brown University in Boston.

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