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

The cheapest way to get from Needham to Waltham is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Needham to Waltham is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Needham and Waltham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Highland Ave @ Oakland Ave and arriving at Watertown Sq Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Needham to Waltham?

The distance between Needham and Waltham is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Needham to Waltham without a car is to line 59 bus which takes 33 min and costs $1 - $5.

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

The line 59 bus from Highland Ave @ Oakland Ave to Watertown Sq Terminal takes 33 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Needham to Waltham bus from?

Needham to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Highland Ave @ Oakland Ave station.

Where does the Needham to Waltham bus arrive?

Needham to Waltham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Watertown Sq Terminal station.

Can I drive from Needham to Waltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham to Waltham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Needham to Waltham.

Where can I stay near Waltham?

There are 1490+ hotels available in Waltham.

Needham to Waltham - 5 ways to travel via line 59 bus, taxi, car, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Needham to Waltham by bus, taxi, car, or foot

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

Line 59 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave @ Oakland Ave to Watertown Sq Terminal59
33 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham to Waltham7.6 mi
14 min
$26–32
Drive 7.6 mi
1. Drive from Needham to Waltham7.6 mi
14 min
$2
Walk
1. Take the foot from Needham to Waltham8.1 mi
2h 37m
Line 59 bus, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Watertown Sq Terminal59
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Merchants Row to Main St @ Liberty St70
58 min
$3–9

Needham to Waltham by bus

122Weekly Buses

33 minAverage Duration

$1Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 8.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

MBTA operates a bus from Highland Ave @ Oakland Ave to Watertown Sq Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 33 min.

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