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

From Needham Center to Worcester, MA by subway and train

To get from Needham Center to Worcester, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Center station to Forest Hills station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train from Back Bay - South End station to Worcester Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $21.65. The subway and train schedule from Needham Center may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Worcester, MA on the Moovit app.

152min$21.65
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Walk to Worcester, 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 | Forest Hills
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Forest Hills
    25 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Back Bay - South End
    11 min
  • 6
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #525 | Worcester
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Worcester Union Station
    89 min
  • 8
    Walk to Worcester, MA
    Walk to
    Worcester, MA
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Needham Center to Worcester, MA

The distance between Needham Center and Worcester, MA is approximately 54.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 152 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Needham Center to Worcester, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Worcester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Needham Center to Worcester, MA

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

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

    The fastest way takes 152 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 32 min.

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

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from Forest Hills station near Needham Center in Needham to Back Bay - South End station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Back Bay - South End station near Worcester, MA.

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

    The total travel time between Needham Center and Worcester, MA by train and subway is about 2 hr 32 min.

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

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the Forest Hills station near Needham Center in Needham.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Needham Center and Worcester, MA?

    Get off the train at the Back Bay - South End station, which is closest to Worcester, MA.

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

    The ride from Needham Center to Worcester, MA costs $21.65.

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