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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Needham takes 39 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Needham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

39 min
Duration
13 mi
Distance
$7
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Boston to Needham train times

Trains run hourly between Boston and Needham. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Needham at 9:56 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 39 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 36 min • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Needham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Boston to Needham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 12.8 mi
  • Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from South Station to Needham Center hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 39 min.

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