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Needham to South Boston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Needham and South Boston takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. The train service runs several times per day from Needham to South Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

40 min
Duration
13 mi
Distance
$7
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Needham to South Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Needham and South Boston. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Needham is at 8:54 PM which arrives into South Boston at 9:32 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Needham to South Boston? 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 Needham to South Boston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 12.8 mi
  • Duration: 40 min

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

MBTA operates a train from Needham Center to South Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 41 min.

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