The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
32
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Boston, MA will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 32 trains that leave New York, NY for Boston, MA on Tue, Nov 18, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
178 Northeast Regional
176 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
176 Northeast Regional
184 Northeast Regional
2150 Acela
2162 Acela
2166 Acela
2168 Acela
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Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 306 km
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4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m 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, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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172 Northeast Regional | 4:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 8:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 Acela | 5:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 9:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 5:37 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h08 | 9:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 7:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h27 | 11:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2166 Acela | 8:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h42 | 12:41 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2168 Acela | 10:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h44 | 1:44 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 10:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 2:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 10:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 3:00 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
2172 Acela | 12:10 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h48 | 3:58 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 12:12 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h31 | 4:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 12:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 5:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2190 Acela | 10:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h57 | 2:24 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2190 Acela | 10:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h05 | 2:32 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h21 | 3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 2:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 12:41 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h18 | 4:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 12:41 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 5:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 12:57 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 4:33 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 12:57 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h47 | 4:44 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 1:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h26 | 6:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 1:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h19 | 6:04 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA run on average 35 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
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 41m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between New York, NY and Boston, MA 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 New York, NY to Boston, MA
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
Popular train stations from New York, NY to 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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