The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$299
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to New York, NY will cost around $299 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $91.
Of the 36 trains that leave Boston, MA for New York, NY every day 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional12:57 PM10h05Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$911One-way2 changes
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional12:50 PM10h12South Station, Boston, MA11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$921One-way2 changes
85 Northeast Regional10:20 AM4h09South Station, Boston, MA2:29 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$991One-way0 changes
93 Northeast Regional9:20 AM4h27South Station, Boston, MA1:47 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$991One-way0 changes
95 Northeast Regional6:10 AM4h12South Station, Boston, MA10:22 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$1381One-way0 changes
2193 Acela6:11 PM3h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA9:46 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2201One-way0 changes
2159 NextGen Acela9:15 AM3h36Back Bay station, Boston, MA12:51 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4131One-way0 changes
2155 NextGen Acela7:20 AM3h37Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:57 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$5091One-way0 changes
2163 Acela11:11 AM3h38Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4131One-way0 changes
2193 Acela6:05 PM3h41South Station, Boston, MA9:46 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2201One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Boston, MA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $103.
Distance: 306 km
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Live departures
Boston, MA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Monday, 11 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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179 Northeast Regional | 7:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h02 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h57 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h42 | 10:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h37 | 10:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h15 | 12:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 12:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h36 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 2:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:11 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h38 | 2:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:46 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h12 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 changes | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h05 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 changes | |
2167 Acela | 1:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 1:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h32 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h22 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2193 Acela | 6:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2193 Acela | 6:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 6:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Boston, MA to New York, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $27 by coach.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Boston, MA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to New York, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and New York, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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