How to get from Needham Center to Lowell, MA by subway and train?

From Needham Center to Lowell, MA by subway and train

To get from Needham Center to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Ruggles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $19.90. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

132min$19.90
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
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
    Ruggles
    31 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    47 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Needham Center to Lowell, MA by bus and train

To get from Needham Center to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 4 bus and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $19.20. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

132min$19.20
Train - NEEDHAM
Bus - 44
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
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
    South Station
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Summer St @ Atlantic Ave
    ID 892
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    North Station Via South Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Causeway St @ North Station
    ID 114
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    47 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Needham Center to Lowell, MA

The distance between Needham Center and Lowell, MA is approximately 39.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 132 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Needham Center to Lowell, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lowell – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Needham Center to Lowell, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Needham Center to Lowell, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Needham Center) and destination (Lowell, MA), 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 Center to Lowell, MA by bus and train

To get from Needham Center to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 4 bus and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $19.20. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

132min$19.20
Train - NEEDHAM
Bus - 44
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
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
    South Station
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Summer St @ Atlantic Ave
    ID 892
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    North Station Via South Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Causeway St @ North Station
    ID 114
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    47 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Needham Center to Lowell, MA?

    The fastest way takes 132 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line LOWELL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Needham Center to Lowell, MA?

    The alternative route takes 132 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Bus line 4, Train line LOWELL.

  • Is there a direct train between Needham Center and Lowell, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Needham Center to Lowell, MA?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from #620 | South Station station near Needham Center in Needham to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Ruggles station near Lowell, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Needham Center to Lowell, MA by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Needham Center and Lowell, MA by train and subway is about 2 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Needham Center to get to Lowell, MA?

    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 Lowell, MA?

    Get off the train at the Ruggles station, which is closest to Lowell, MA.

  • How much is the total train and subway fare from Needham Center to Lowell, MA?

    The ride from Needham Center to Lowell, MA costs $19.90.

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