The average train between New London and Needham takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from New London 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 4 hours between New London and Needham. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from New London is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Needham at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from New London 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 New London to Needham. However, there are services departing from New London station and arriving at Needham station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
New London to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from New London station.
New London to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Needham Center station.
The distance between New London and Needham is 125.7 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a train from New London to Needham Center via Boston and Back Bay in around 3h 8m.