The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Boston, MA will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $96.
Of the 24 trains that leave New York, NY for Boston, MA every day 24 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 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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.
164 Northeast Regional
164 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
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66 Northeast Regional
2252 Acela
2252 Acela
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162 Northeast Regional
150 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for New York, NY to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. 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 $24, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 306 km
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4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday, 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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162 Northeast Regional | 3:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h07 | 7:08 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 3:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h13 | 7:14 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2248 Acela | 4:15 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h06 | 8:21 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2248 Acela | 4:15 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 8:29 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 5:14 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h23 | 9:37 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 5:14 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h16 | 9:30 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 6:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 10:29 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 6:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 10:15 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 7:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h50 | 10:51 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 7:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h59 | 11:00 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 7:12 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 11:40 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 7:12 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h35 | 11:47 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 8:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 12:26 am Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 8:01 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h32 | 12:33 am South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 9:57 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h27 | 2:24 am Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 9:57 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h34 | 2:31 am South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 27 February | |||||
168 Northeast Regional | 12:00 am Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h36 | 4:36 am South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 12:00 am Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h30 | 4:30 am Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 am Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 2:58 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 am Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h21 | 3:05 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 11:53 am Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 4:07 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 11:53 am Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h09 | 4:02 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 2:00 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h16 | 6:16 pm South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 2:00 pm Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h11 | 6:11 pm Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $20 by coach.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Go Buses, Greyhound, JetBlue Airways, Republic Airlines from New York, NY to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Go Buses, Greyhound, JetBlue Airways, Republic Airlines trains will get you between New York, NY and Boston, MA from $24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: New York, NY to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Boston, MA
- 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
- 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
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