What is the cheapest way to get from Tufts University to Needham?

The cheapest way to get from Tufts University to Needham is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tufts University to Needham?

The fastest way to get from Tufts University to Needham is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tufts University and Needham?

No, there is no direct bus from Tufts University to Needham. However, there are services departing from College Ave @ Professors Row and arriving at Highland Ave @ May St via Mt Auburn St @ Story St and Watertown Sq Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Tufts University and Needham?

No, there is no direct train from Tufts University to Needham. However, there are services departing from Davis and arriving at Needham Center via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Tufts University to Needham?

The distance between Tufts University and Needham is 19 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from Tufts University to Needham without a car?

The best way to get from Tufts University to Needham without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 4m and costs $5 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Tufts University to Needham?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Tufts University to Needham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tufts University to Needham bus from?

Tufts University to Needham bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from College Ave @ Professors Row station.

Where do I catch the Tufts University to Needham train from?

Tufts University to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Davis station.

Where does the Tufts University to Needham bus arrive?

Tufts University to Needham bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Eliot St @ Bennett St station.

Where does the Tufts University to Needham train arrive?

Tufts University to Needham train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Station.

Can I drive from Tufts University to Needham?

Yes, the driving distance between Tufts University to Needham is 13 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Tufts University to Needham.

Where can I stay near Needham?

There are 1550+ hotels available in Needham.

Tufts University to Needham - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Tufts University to Needham by subway, train, bus, taxi, car, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Davis to South Stationsubway Red Line
2. Take the train from South Station to Needham Centertrain Needham Line
2h 4m
$5–10
Line 96 bus, line 71 bus, line 59 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from College Ave @ Professors Row to Eliot St @ Bennett Stbus 96
2. Take the bus from Mt Auburn St @ Story St to Watertown Sq Terminalbus 71
3. Take the bus from Watertown Sq Terminal to Highland Ave @ May Stbus 59
2h 12m
$3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tufts University to Needhamtaxi 12.6 mi
25 min
$40–50
Drive 12.6 mi
1. Drive from Tufts University to Needhamcar 12.6 mi
25 min
$3–4
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Medford/Tufts to Copleytram E / ...
2. Take the train from Back Bay to Needham Centertrain Needham Line
2h 12m
$4–10

Tufts University to Needham by foot, subway, and train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Tufts University, MA, USA and Needham, MA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Tufts University to Highland Ave @ May St via College Ave @ Professors Row, Eliot St @ Bennett St, Mt Auburn St @ Story St, and Watertown Sq Terminal in around 2h 12m.

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