The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£102
Average price
£200
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
306 km
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to New York, NY will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £102.
Of the 36 trains that leave Boston, MA for New York, NY every day 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.
177 Northeast Regional17:354h17Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:52Penn Station, New York, NY£1021One-way0 changes
67 Northeast Regional18:454h17South Station, Boston, MA23:02Penn Station, New York, NY£1021One-way0 changes
179 Northeast Regional19:474h02South Station, Boston, MA23:49Penn Station, New York, NY£1021One-way0 changes
177 Northeast Regional17:304h22South Station, Boston, MA21:52Penn Station, New York, NY£1021One-way0 changes
179 Northeast Regional19:523h57Back Bay station, Boston, MA23:49Penn Station, New York, NY£1021One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:113h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£2031One-way0 changes
2163 Acela11:113h38Back Bay station, Boston, MA14:49Penn Station, New York, NY£3051One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:053h41South Station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£2431One-way0 changes
2163 Acela11:053h44South Station, Boston, MA14:49Penn Station, New York, NY£3051One-way0 changes
2167 Acela13:063h44Back Bay station, Boston, MA16:50Penn Station, New York, NY£3761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. 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 coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 306 km
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4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Sunday 7 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
195 Northeast Regional | 6:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h16 | 10:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 6:40 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 10:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2271 NextGen Acela | 7:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h55 | 11:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2271 NextGen Acela | 7:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 11:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 8:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h16 | 12:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 8:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 12:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 9:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h48 | 13:13 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 9:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h43 | 13:13 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 9:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 13:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 9:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 13:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 9:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h30 | 14:28 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 10:04 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h24 | 14:28 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 12:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 16:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 12:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 16:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 Acela | 13:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h43 | 16:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 Acela | 13:09 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h39 | 16:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 13:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 17:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 13:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 17:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2257 Acela | 14:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h55 | 18:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2257 Acela | 14:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h49 | 18:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 19:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 15:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 19:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2259 Acela | 16:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h49 | 20:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2259 Acela | 16:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 20:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 16:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 21:06 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 21:06 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2275 NextGen Acela | 17:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 21:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2275 NextGen Acela | 17:25 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 21:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2295 Acela | 18:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 22:06 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2295 Acela | 18:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 22:06 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 19:55 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h04 | 23:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 20:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h59 | 23:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to New York, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 1:56 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Boston, MA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and New York, NY
- 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
- 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
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