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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Needham is to bus via Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St which costs $28 - $55 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Needham is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Needham. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Federal St @ Franklin St and Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Needham?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Needham. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Needham Center via Back Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Needham?

The distance between Schenectady and Needham is 228 miles. The road distance is 175.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Needham without a car is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs $60 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Schenectady to Needham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Needham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Needham train from?

Schenectady to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Needham?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Needham is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $75 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Schenectady to Needham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schenectady to Needham train arrive?

Schenectady to Needham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Needham is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Schenectady to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1269+ hotels available in Needham.

Schenectady to Needham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Schenectady to Needham by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 27m
$61–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Bostonbus Greyhound US0270
7h 28m
$26–71
Drive 174.7 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Needhamcar 174.7 mi
3h 12m
$32–46
Bus via Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Albany to Bostonbus FlixBus 2691
7h 31m
$28–52

Schenectady to Needham by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

7h 27mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.2 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 6h 3m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Schenectady to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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