What is the cheapest way to get from Boston University to Needham?

The cheapest way to get from Boston University to Needham is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston University to Needham?

The fastest way to get from Boston University to Needham is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston University to Needham. However, there are services departing from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Boston University and Needham?

No, there is no direct train from Boston University to Needham. However, there are services departing from Boston University East and arriving at Needham Center via Back Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Boston University to Needham?

The distance between Boston University and Needham is 13 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

How do I travel from Boston University to Needham without a car?

The best way to get from Boston University to Needham without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 44m and costs $4 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Boston University to Needham?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Boston University to Needham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston University to Needham bus from?

Boston University to Needham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St station.

Where do I catch the Boston University to Needham train from?

Boston University to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Boston University East station.

Where does the Boston University to Needham bus arrive?

Boston University to Needham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Galen St @ Water St station.

Where does the Boston University to Needham train arrive?

Boston University to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Copley station.

Can I drive from Boston University to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston University to Needham is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Boston University to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1211+ hotels available in Needham.

Boston University to Needham - 4 ways to travel via train, tram

There are 4 ways to get from Boston University to Needham by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Boston University East to Copleytram B
2. Take the train from Back Bay to Needham Centertrain Needham Line
1h 44m
$4–10
Drive 9.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston University to Needhamcar 9.7 mi
16 min
$2–3
Line 57 bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St to Galen St @ Water Stbus 57
2. Take the bus from Watertown Sq Terminal to Highland Ave @ May Stbus 59
1h 49m
$3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston University to Needhamtaxi 9.7 mi
16 min
$30–40

Boston University to Needham by foot, tram, and train

91Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Boston University to Needham.

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Boston University to Highland Ave @ May St via Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St, Galen St @ Water St, and Watertown Sq Terminal in around 1h 49m.

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