What is the cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Needham?

The cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Needham is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Needham?

The fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Needham is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Rhode Island and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhode Island to Needham. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Federal St @ Franklin St and Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Rhode Island and Needham?

No, there is no direct train from Rhode Island to Needham. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Needham Center via Ruggles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Rhode Island to Needham?

The distance between Rhode Island and Needham is 52 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

How do I travel from Rhode Island to Needham without a car?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Needham without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $6 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Rhode Island to Needham?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Rhode Island to Needham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Needham bus from?

Rhode Island to Needham bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Providence station.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Needham train from?

Rhode Island to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Rhode Island to Needham?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Needham is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $6 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 504 bus and line 59 bus, which costs $15 - $26 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Rhode Island to Needham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rhode Island to Needham train arrive?

Rhode Island to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Ruggles station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to Needham is 39 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Rhode Island to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1424+ hotels available in Needham.

Rhode Island to Needham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 504 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Rhode Island to Needham by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Providence to RugglesProvidence/Stoughton Line
2. Take the train from Ruggles to Needham CenterNeedham Line
2h 28m
$6–15
Bus, line 504 bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to Boston
2. Take the bus from Federal St @ Franklin St to Galen St @ Water St504
3. Take the bus from Watertown Sq Terminal to Highland Ave @ May St59
3h 22m
$15–25
Drive 38.6 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Needham38.6 mi
47 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to Needham38.6 mi
47 min
$120–150

Rhode Island to Needham by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Rhode Island, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Providence to Needham Center via Ruggles in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Providence to Highland Ave @ May St via Boston, Federal St @ Franklin St, Galen St @ Water St, and Watertown Sq Terminal in around 3h 22m.

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