The average train between Lowell and Needham takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Lowell 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 every 2 hours between Lowell and Needham. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lowell is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Needham at 9:54 PM. All services require a transfer at North Station and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lowell 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 Lowell to Needham. However, there are services departing from Lowell station and arriving at Needham station via North Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Lowell to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Lowell station.
Lowell to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Needham Center station.
The distance between Lowell and Needham is 39.5 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a train from Lowell to Needham Center via North Station, North Station, Ruggles, and Ruggles in around 2h 21m.