How to get from Needham to Cambridge by subway and train?

From Needham to Cambridge by subway and train

To get from Needham to Cambridge in Boston, take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Junction station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The subway and train schedule from Needham may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

62min$9.40
Walk to train station
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - RED LINE
Leaves from Needham Junction

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Needham Junction
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    37 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Harvard Square
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Needham to Cambridge by bus, subway and train

To get from Needham to Cambridge in Boston, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Junction station to Ruggles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the 1 bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station station to Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $11.10. The subway and train schedule from Needham may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

71min$11.10
Walk to train station
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 11
Walk to Cambridge
Leaves from Needham Junction

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Needham Junction
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    27 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Massachusetts Ave.
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station
    ID 188
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Harvard
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St
    ID 110
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Cambridge
    Walk to
    Cambridge
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Needham to Cambridge

The distance between Needham, Boston and Cambridge, Boston is approximately 15.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Needham to Cambridge by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Needham to Cambridge

To check the subway and train schedule from Needham to Cambridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Needham) and destination (Cambridge), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and 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 subway and train schedules.

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From Needham to Cambridge by bus, subway and train

To get from Needham to Cambridge in Boston, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Junction station to Ruggles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the 1 bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station station to Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $11.10. The subway and train schedule from Needham may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Cambridge on the Moovit app.

71min$11.10
Walk to train station
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Bus - 11
Walk to Cambridge
Leaves from Needham Junction

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Needham Junction
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    27 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Massachusetts Ave.
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station
    ID 188
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Harvard
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave Opp Holyoke St
    ID 110
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Cambridge
    Walk to
    Cambridge
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Needham to Cambridge?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Needham to Cambridge?

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Needham and Cambridge in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which train line goes from Needham to Cambridge in Boston?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from Needham Junction station near Needham to #620 | South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till #620 | South Station station near Cambridge in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Needham to Cambridge in Boston by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Needham and Cambridge in Boston by train and subway is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Needham to get to Cambridge in Boston?

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the Needham Junction station near Needham in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Needham and Cambridge in Boston?

    Get off the train at the #620 | South Station station, which is closest to Cambridge in Boston.

  • How much is the train fare from Needham to Cambridge?

    The ride from Needham to Cambridge costs $9.40.

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