What is the cheapest way to get from Fitchburg to Needham?

The cheapest way to get from Fitchburg to Needham is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Fitchburg to Needham?

The fastest way to get from Fitchburg to Needham is to drive which takes 1h and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Fitchburg and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from Fitchburg to Needham. However, there are services departing from Fitchburg MA and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Federal St @ Franklin St and Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Fitchburg and Needham?

No, there is no direct train from Fitchburg to Needham. However, there are services departing from Fitchburg and arriving at Needham Center via Porter and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Fitchburg to Needham?

The distance between Fitchburg and Needham is 51 miles. The road distance is 44.4 miles.

How do I travel from Fitchburg to Needham without a car?

The best way to get from Fitchburg to Needham without a car is to train and line 59 bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $7 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Fitchburg to Needham?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Fitchburg to Needham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fitchburg to Needham bus from?

Fitchburg to Needham bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Fitchburg MA station.

Where do I catch the Fitchburg to Needham train from?

Fitchburg to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Fitchburg station.

Train or bus from Fitchburg to Needham?

The best way to get from Fitchburg to Needham is to bus and line 504 bus and line 59 bus which takes 4h 13m and costs $12 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $26 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Fitchburg to Needham bus arrive?

Fitchburg to Needham bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Fitchburg to Needham train arrive?

Fitchburg to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Porter station.

Can I drive from Fitchburg to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between Fitchburg to Needham is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Fitchburg to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Needham.

Fitchburg to Needham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Fitchburg to Needham by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Train, line 59 bus
best
1. Take the train from Fitchburg to Walthamtrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the bus from Watertown Sq Terminal to Highland Ave opp Oakland Avebus 59
2h 40m
$7–23
Bus, line 504 bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the bus from Fitchburg MA to Bostonbus
2. Take the bus from Federal St @ Franklin St to Galen St @ Water Stbus 504
3. Take the bus from Watertown Sq Terminal to Highland Ave @ May Stbus 59
4h 13m
$12–29
Drive 44.1 mi
1. Drive from Fitchburg to Needhamcar 44.1 mi
1h
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fitchburg to Needhamtaxi 44.1 mi
1h
$130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Fitchburg to Portertrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the train from South Station to Needham Centertrain Needham Line
3h 3m
$12–25

Fitchburg to Needham by train and bus

72Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Fitchburg, MA, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from Fitchburg MA to Highland Ave @ May St via Boston, Federal St @ Franklin St, Galen St @ Water St, and Watertown Sq Terminal in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fitchburg to Needham Center via Porter, Porter, South Station, and South Station in around 3h 3m.

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