What is the cheapest way to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

The cheapest way to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

The fastest way to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Needham and Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

No, there is no direct bus from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute station. However, there are services departing from Highland Ave @ May St and arriving at Worcester Union Station via Technology Way @ Watertown Yard and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Needham and Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

No, there is no direct train from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute. However, there are services departing from Needham Center and arriving at Worcester via Copley and Lansdowne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

The distance between Needham and Worcester Polytechnic Institute is 57 miles. The road distance is 31.4 miles.

Where do I catch the Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute bus from?

Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Highland Ave @ May St station.

Where do I catch the Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute train from?

Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Needham Center station.

Train or bus from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

The best way to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $10 - $25. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $7 - $45 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute bus arrive?

Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Watertown Sq Terminal station.

Where does the Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute train arrive?

Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Back Bay station.

Can I drive from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute is 31 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Where can I stay near Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

There are 70+ hotels available in Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute - 5 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute, including transfers.

There are 5 ways to get from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute by train, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, bus, or tram

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Needham Center to Back BayNeedham Line
2. Take the train from Lansdowne to WorcesterFramingham/Worcester Line
3h 38m
$11–25
Drive 31.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute31.3 mi
47 min
$6–9
Line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Watertown Sq Terminal59
2. Take the bus from Boston to Worcester Union StationGreyhound US0235 / ...
3h 44m
$8–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham to Worcester Polytechnic Institute31.3 mi
47 min
$95–120
Line 59 bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Newton Highlands59
2. Take the tram from Newton Highlands to KenmoreD
3. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcester
3h 42m
$10–21

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Needham, MA, USA and Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Needham Center to Worcester Polytechnic Institute via Back Bay, Copley, Blandford Street, Lansdowne, and Worcester in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highland Ave @ May St to Worcester Polytechnic Institute via Watertown Sq Terminal, Technology Way @ Watertown Yard, Lincoln St @ Essex St, Boston, and Worcester Union Station in around 3h 44m.

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