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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€144
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€270
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 18
19
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY will cost around €270 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €144.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 19 trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY, including 18 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
1797:52 PM3h57Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€1441One-way0 transfers- 956:15 AM4h07Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:22 AMPenn Station, New York, NY€1551One-way0 transfers
- 656:51 PM4h11Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€1961One-way0 transfers
- 21515:05 AM3h46Back Bay station, Boston, MA8:51 AMPenn Station, New York, NY€2341One-way0 transfers
- 8510:26 AM4h03Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:29 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2391One-way0 transfers
- 21936:11 PM3h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA9:46 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2791One-way0 transfers
- 21671:06 PM3h44Back Bay station, Boston, MA4:50 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€3511One-way0 transfers
- 216511:20 AM3h44Back Bay station, Boston, MA3:04 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2791One-way0 transfers
- 216310:36 AM3h45Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:21 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2791One-way0 transfers
- 21557:05 AM3h45Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:50 AMPenn Station, New York, NY€2791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €124.
Distance: 301 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€65 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price | €56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY costing on average €65.
A bus is €95 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY costing on average €124.
Other travel options to Penn Station, New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 56m.
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
Live departures
Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 93 | 9:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 85 | 10:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2163 | 10:36 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h45 | 2:21 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2165 | 11:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 173 | 11:46 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 449 · 475 · 67 | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h05 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
| 2167 | 1:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 137 | 1:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2171 | 3:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 | 3:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 177 | 5:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2193 | 6:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 67 | 6:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 | 7:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h57 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 2151 | 5:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 | 6:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2155 | 7:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h45 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 171 | 8:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2159 | 9:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
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Trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:00, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 301 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 301 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 12:00 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Back Bay station, Boston, MA and Penn Station, New York, NY from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, 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 Penn Station, New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Most Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY trains use the South Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Back Bay station, Boston, MA and Penn Station, New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Getting to Penn Station from New York city centre
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station train station facilities and services
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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