The cheapest and fastest trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€258
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penn Station, 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 Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA will cost around €258 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 34 trains that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for Boston, MA on Fri, Jun 19, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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 Regional7:50 PM4h20Penn Station, New York, NY12:10 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€801One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional7:50 PM4h25Penn Station, New York, NY12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€801One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional7:12 PM4h31Penn Station, New York, NY11:43 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€1131One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional7:12 PM4h38Penn Station, New York, NY11:50 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€1131One-way0 transfers
184 Northeast Regional5:07 PM4h29Penn Station, New York, NY9:36 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€1491One-way0 transfers
2162 Acela12:34 PM3h36Penn Station, New York, NY4:10 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€4151One-way0 transfers
2150 Acela7:57 AM3h36Penn Station, New York, NY11:33 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€4151One-way0 transfers
2170 NextGen Acela6:05 PM3h46Penn Station, New York, NY9:51 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2241One-way0 transfers
2172 NextGen Acela7:10 PM3h46Penn Station, New York, NY10:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€1791One-way0 transfers
2166 NextGen Acela3:59 PM3h46Penn Station, New York, NY7:45 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 303 km
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4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2190 Acela | 5:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h05 | 9:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2190 Acela | 5:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h58 | 9:25 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2192 Acela | 7:03 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h04 | 11:07 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2192 Acela | 7:03 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h58 | 11:01 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 7:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 12:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 7:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h18 | 11:59 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 7:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h47 | 11:44 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 7:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 11:33 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 8:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h26 | 1:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 8:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h19 | 1:04 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 Acela | 12:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 4:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 Acela | 12:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h48 | 4:22 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 12:37 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h08 | 4:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h27 | 6:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h35 | 7:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h29 | 9:36 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 9:29 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 5:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 10:00 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 5:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 10:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 6:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h46 | 9:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 6:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h53 | 9:58 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 7:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h46 | 10:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 7:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h57 | 11:07 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h31 | 11:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h38 | 11:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 7:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 12:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 7:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 12:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA
Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
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FAQs: Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, 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 Penn Station, 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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