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The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

€96

Average price

€229

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Trains per day

Distance

306 km

Cheap tickets

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Boston, MA to New York, NY will cost around €229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €96.

Fast trains

Of the 38 trains that leave Boston, MA for New York, NY on Thu, Jun 19, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.

2151 Acela

05:10AM3h40

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

08:50AMPenn Station, New York, NY

€961One-way

0 transfers

2151 Acela

05:05AM3h45

South Station, Boston, MA

08:50AMPenn Station, New York, NY

€961One-way

0 transfers

179 Northeast Regional

07:47PM4h02

South Station, Boston, MA

11:49PMPenn Station, New York, NY

€1111One-way

0 transfers

179 Northeast Regional

07:52PM3h57

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

11:49PMPenn Station, New York, NY

€1111One-way

0 transfers

2193 Acela

06:11PM3h32

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

09:43PMPenn Station, New York, NY

€1451One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€78 Average price	€29 Average price Cheapest	€154 Average price
5h 47m Average duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 58m Average duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 32m Average duration 8h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Boston, MA to New York, NY train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, June 18

Last updated at 8:04 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
177 Northeast Regional	9:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h22	1:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
177 Northeast Regional	9:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h17	1:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2193 Acela	10:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h38	1:43 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2193 Acela	10:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h32	1:43 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
67 Northeast Regional	10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h17	3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
67 Northeast Regional	10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h11	3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
179 Northeast Regional	11:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h02	3:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
179 Northeast Regional	11:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h57	3:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, June 19
2151 Acela	9:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h45	12:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2151 Acela	9:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h40	12:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2153 Acela	10:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h50	1:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2153 Acela	10:06 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h44	1:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
95 Northeast Regional	10:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA	4h12	2:22 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
95 Northeast Regional	10:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h07	2:22 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2155 Acela	11:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h35	2:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2155 Acela	11:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h30	2:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
171 Northeast Regional	12:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h14	4:26 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
171 Northeast Regional	12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h08	4:26 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2159 Acela	1:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h41	4:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2159 Acela	1:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h36	4:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
93 Northeast Regional	1:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h27	5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
93 Northeast Regional	1:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h21	5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
85 Northeast Regional	2:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h09	6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
85 Northeast Regional	2:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h03	6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2163 Acela	3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h44	6:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2163 Acela	3:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h38	6:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
173 Northeast Regional	3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h12	7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
173 Northeast Regional	3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h06	7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2167 Acela	5:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h45	8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2167 Acela	5:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h39	8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
137 Northeast Regional	5:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h32	10:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
137 Northeast Regional	5:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h26	10:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2169 Acela	6:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h49	9:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
2169 Acela	6:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h43	9:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
175 Northeast Regional	7:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h10	11:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
175 Northeast Regional	7:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h04	11:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Boston, MA to New York, NY?

The best time to book your train from Boston, MA to New York, NY is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Boston, MA to New York, NY route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Boston, MA to New York, NY per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Boston, MA to New York, NY.

Trains

from €86

Buses

from €33

Flights

from €142

Journey information

Overview: Train from Boston, MA to New York, NY

USA

Trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY run on average 35 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €26

Distance

305 km

Average train duration

5h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

€41

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 10m

First train

17:57

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €26

Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains Boston, MA to New York, NY

You can travel by train to New York, NY from Boston, MA with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela for as low as €56. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Boston, MA and New York, NY.

Train information from Boston, MA to New York, NY with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 4 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: €56
Amtrak frequency: 7 a day

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D. C. And Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph for your train from Boston, MA to New York, NY. It offers three classes of service: Business Class, Acela First Class, and Coach Class. Business Class offers comfortable seating, complimentary snacks and beverages, and access to the Quiet Car. Acela First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to the Business Class Lounge. Coach Class offers comfortable seating and access to onboard Wi-Fi. All Acela trains offer power outlets and Wi-Fi access. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D. C. To New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D. C.

Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to New York, NY train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: €98
Amtrak Acela frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY

FAQs: Travel by train from Boston, MA to New York, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Boston, MA to New York, NY.

Cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to New York, NY can start from as little as €27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Boston, MA to New York, NY is €54; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Boston, MA to New York, NY train travel time is 3 h 48 min for the 305 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Boston, MA to New York, NY leaves at 01: 34. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Boston, MA to New York, NY leaves at 21: 42.

Yes, there are 36 direct trains a day from Boston, MA to New York, NY with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to New York, NY. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to New York, NY.

When taking a train from Boston, MA to New York, NY, you can count on Amtrak or Amtrak Acela for the best way to get you to New York, NY. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Boston, MA to New York, NY and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 42.

A trip to New York, NY from Boston, MA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Boston, MA to New York, NY is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Boston, MA to New York, NY including taking a train, coach or flight.

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Popular train stations from Boston, MA to New York, NY

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The major train station for departures in Boston is South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at South Station for your trip from Boston to New York.

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