How to get from South Station to Needham Center by bus and train?

From South Station to Needham Center by bus and train

To get from South Station to Needham Center in Needham, take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from South Station station to Newtonville station. Next, take the 59 bus from Walnut St @ Austin St station to Chestnut St @ Great Plain Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $8.20. The bus and train schedule from South Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Needham Center on the Moovit app.

79min$8.20
Walk to train station
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - 5959
Walk to Needham Center
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    South Station
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #521 | Worcester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newtonville
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Walnut St @ Austin St
    ID 82853
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Needham Junction Via Needham St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chestnut St @ Great Plain Ave
    ID 71852
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Needham Center
    Walk to
    Needham Center
    Great Plain Avenue
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station to Needham Center

The distance between South Station and Needham Center is approximately 15.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station to Needham Center by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Needham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from South Station to Needham Center

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Needham Center?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line 59.

  • Is there a direct train between South Station and Needham Center?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from South Station to Needham Center?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station to Needham Center by train and bus?

    The total travel time between South Station and Needham Center by train and bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South Station to get to Needham Center?

    Get on the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from the South Station near South Station in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between South Station and Needham Center?

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

  • How much is the train fare from South Station to Needham Center?

    The ride from South Station to Needham Center costs $8.20.

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