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 12m.

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 6m.

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 39m and costs $7 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m 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 which takes 4h 12m and costs $11 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $26 and takes 3h 6m.

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 1550+ hotels available in Needham.

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

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 39m
$7–23
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Fitchburg MA to Bostonbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 12m
$12–28
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
$140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Fitchburg to Portertrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the train from South Station to Needham Centertrain Needham Line
3h 6m
$12–25

Fitchburg to Needham by train and bus

76Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Fitchburg MA to Boston 5 times a week. Tickets cost $9–18 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fitchburg to Needham Center via Porter, Porter, South Station, and South Station in around 3h 6m.

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