The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 20 trains that leave Boston, MA for New Haven, CT every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
95 Northeast Regional6:102h31South Station, Boston, MA8:41Union Station, New Haven, CT£521One-way0 changes
95 Northeast Regional · 3590 AMTRAK6:103h38South Station, Boston, MA9:48New Haven, CT£531One-way1 change
95 Northeast Regional · 3490 AMTRAK6:103h38South Station, Boston, MA9:48New Haven, CT£531One-way1 change
95 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line6:104h43South Station, Boston, MA10:53New Haven, CT£541One-way1 change
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line12:504h24South Station, Boston, MA17:14Union Station, New Haven, CT£681One-way1 change
2151 NextGen Acela5:002h05South Station, Boston, MA7:05Union Station, New Haven, CT£1031One-way0 changes
2159 NextGen Acela9:002h09South Station, Boston, MA11:09Union Station, New Haven, CT£3591One-way0 changes
2155 NextGen Acela7:002h11South Station, Boston, MA9:11Union Station, New Haven, CT£1031One-way0 changes
2171 Acela15:102h12South Station, Boston, MA17:22Union Station, New Haven, CT£3591One-way0 changes
85 Northeast Regional10:202h20South Station, Boston, MA12:40Union Station, New Haven, CT£1401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Boston, MA to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 194 km
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Live departures
Boston, MA to New Haven, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to New Haven, CT trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h20 | 12:40 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 Acela | 11:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h09 | 13:24 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h25 | 14:05 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line | 12:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h24 | 17:14 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line | 12:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h18 | 17:08 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
2167 Acela | 13:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h14 | 15:14 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 13:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h40 | 16:17 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h12 | 17:22 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h38 | 17:53 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h32 | 19:47 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
177 Northeast Regional | 17:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h35 | 20:05 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h32 | 22:17 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h23 | 21:08 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 19:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h22 | 22:09 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line | 19:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h30 | 22:17 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h05 | 7:05 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional · 3590 AMTRAK | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h38 | 9:48 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h31 | 8:41 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional · 3490 AMTRAK | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h38 | 9:48 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
95 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h43 | 10:53 New Haven, CT | 1 change | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h11 | 9:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h24 | 10:36 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h09 | 11:09 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 2h34 | 11:54 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT
Trains from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 23:04 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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FAQs: Boston, MA to New Haven, CT train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and New Haven, CT
Most Boston, MA to New Haven, CT trains use the South Station to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at New Haven, State St and RR Station. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and New Haven, CT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Boston, MA station do trains to New Haven, CT leave from?
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South 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: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
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.
Which New Haven, CT station do trains from Boston, MA arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from New Haven city centre
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station train station facilities and services
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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