The average train between Hartford and Needham takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Hartford 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.
Trains run 5 times a day between Hartford and Needham. The earliest departure is at 4:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Hartford is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Needham at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at New Haven and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hartford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hartford to Needham. However, there are services departing from Hartford station and arriving at Needham station via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Hartford to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Hartford Amtrak Station.
Hartford to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.
The distance between Hartford and Needham is 133.2 km. The road distance is 327 km.
You can take a train from Hartford Amtrak Station to Needham Center via New Haven, Boston, and Back Bay in around 5h 26m.