How to get from Worcester to Needham by bus and train?

From Worcester to Needham by bus and train

To get from Worcester to Needham in Boston, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Worcester Union Station station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 59 bus from Walnut St @ Austin St station to Needham Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $7.95.

118min$7.95
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 5959
Walk to Needham
Leaves from Worcester Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Worcester
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #526 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Austin St
    ID 82853
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Needham Junction Via Needham St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Needham Junction
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to Needham
    Walk to
    Needham
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Worcester to Needham

The distance between Worcester, Boston and Needham, Boston is approximately 43.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 118 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Worcester to Needham by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Worcester

Worcester is located at Worcester, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Union Station Garage.

Bus stations close to Worcester:

  • Union Station Garage
  • Garage Franklin
  • Central Hub

Public transit stations close to Needham, Boston

Needham is located at Needham, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Chapel St @ Great Plain Ave.

Train stations close to Needham:

  • Needham Center
  • Hersey
  • Needham Heights

Bus stations close to Needham:

  • Chapel St @ Great Plain Ave
  • Chestnut St @ Great Plain Ave
  • Needham Center

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 118 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 59.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 58 min.

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

    The FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train line goes from #526 | South Station station near Worcester to Newtonville station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Newtonville station near Needham in Boston

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

    The total travel time between Worcester and Needham in Boston by train and bus is about 1 hr 58 min.

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

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the #526 | South Station station near Worcester in Boston.

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

    Get off the train at the Newtonville stop, which is closest to Needham in Boston.

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

    The ride from Worcester to Needham costs $7.95.

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