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Cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest

£120

Average

£130

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.

Cheapest

449 Lake Shore Limited

12:5710h05

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

23:02Penn Station, New York, NY

£1201One-way

2 changes

2nd Cheapest

449 Lake Shore Limited

12:5010h12

South Station, Boston, MA

23:02Penn Station, New York, NY

£1211One-way

2 changes

179 Northeast Regional

19:523h57

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

23:49Penn Station, New York, NY

£1371One-way

0 changes

65 Northeast Regional

18:514h11

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

23:02Penn Station, New York, NY

£1371One-way

0 changes

65 Northeast Regional

18:454h17

South Station, Boston, MA

23:02Penn Station, New York, NY

£1371One-way

0 changes

Boston, MA to New York, NY train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Amtrak 2151 Acela Amtrak \| 2151 Acela	05:05 South Station, Boston, MA	3h45	08:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2151 Acela Amtrak \| 2151 Acela	05:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h40	08:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2153 Acela Amtrak \| 2153 Acela	06:00 South Station, Boston, MA	3h50	09:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2153 Acela Amtrak \| 2153 Acela	06:06 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h44	09:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 95 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 95 Northeast Regional	06:10 South Station, Boston, MA	4h12	10:22 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 95 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 95 Northeast Regional	06:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h07	10:22 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2155 Acela Amtrak \| 2155 Acela	07:15 South Station, Boston, MA	3h35	10:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2155 Acela Amtrak \| 2155 Acela	07:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h30	10:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 171 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 171 Northeast Regional	08:12 South Station, Boston, MA	4h14	12:26 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 171 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 171 Northeast Regional	08:18 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h08	12:26 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2159 Acela Amtrak \| 2159 Acela	09:10 South Station, Boston, MA	3h42	12:52 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2159 Acela Amtrak \| 2159 Acela	09:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h37	12:52 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 93 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 93 Northeast Regional	09:20 South Station, Boston, MA	4h27	13:47 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 93 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 93 Northeast Regional	09:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h21	13:47 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 85 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 85 Northeast Regional	10:20 South Station, Boston, MA	4h09	14:29 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 85 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 85 Northeast Regional	10:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h03	14:29 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2163 Acela Amtrak \| 2163 Acela	11:05 South Station, Boston, MA	3h44	14:49 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2163 Acela Amtrak \| 2163 Acela	11:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h38	14:49 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 173 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 173 Northeast Regional	11:40 South Station, Boston, MA	4h12	15:52 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 173 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 173 Northeast Regional	11:46 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h06	15:52 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 449 Lake Shore Limited Amtrak \| 449 Lake Shore Limited	12:50 South Station, Boston, MA	10h12	23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY	2 changes
Amtrak 449 Lake Shore Limited Amtrak \| 449 Lake Shore Limited	12:57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	10h05	23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY	2 changes
Amtrak 2167 Acela Amtrak \| 2167 Acela	13:05 South Station, Boston, MA	3h45	16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2167 Acela Amtrak \| 2167 Acela	13:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h39	16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 137 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 137 Northeast Regional	13:50 South Station, Boston, MA	4h21	18:11 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 137 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 137 Northeast Regional	13:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h15	18:11 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2169 Acela Amtrak \| 2169 Acela	14:00 South Station, Boston, MA	3h49	17:49 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2169 Acela Amtrak \| 2169 Acela	14:06 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h43	17:49 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 175 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 175 Northeast Regional	15:15 South Station, Boston, MA	4h10	19:25 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 175 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 175 Northeast Regional	15:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h04	19:25 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2173 Acela Amtrak \| 2173 Acela	16:15 South Station, Boston, MA	3h46	20:01 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2173 Acela Amtrak \| 2173 Acela	16:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h41	20:01 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 177 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 177 Northeast Regional	17:30 South Station, Boston, MA	4h22	21:52 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 177 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 177 Northeast Regional	17:35 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h17	21:52 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2193 Acela Amtrak \| 2193 Acela	18:05 South Station, Boston, MA	3h38	21:43 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 2193 Acela Amtrak \| 2193 Acela	18:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h32	21:43 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 65 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 65 Northeast Regional	18:45 South Station, Boston, MA	4h17	23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 65 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 65 Northeast Regional	18:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h11	23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 179 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 179 Northeast Regional	19:47 South Station, Boston, MA	4h02	23:49 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect
Amtrak 179 Northeast Regional Amtrak \| 179 Northeast Regional	19:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h57	23:49 Penn Station, New York, NY	0 changesDirect

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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 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 £75

Coaches

from £29

Flights

from £124

Train times from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Fastest Journey

3 h 30 m

Average

4 h 15 m

Trains per day

Distance

306 km

Of the 40 trains that leave Boston, MA for New York, NY every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

2155 Acela

07:203h30

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

10:50Penn Station, New York, NY

£4131One-way

0 changes

2nd Fastest

2193 Acela

18:113h32

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

21:43Penn Station, New York, NY

£2701One-way

0 changes

2155 Acela

07:153h35

South Station, Boston, MA

10:50Penn Station, New York, NY

£4201One-way

0 changes

2159 Acela

09:153h37

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

12:52Penn Station, New York, NY

£4131One-way

0 changes

2163 Acela

11:113h38

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

14:49Penn Station, New York, NY

£4131One-way

0 changes

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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 36 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.

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

Flight from £15

Distance

305 km

Average train duration

4h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

£23

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 48m

First train

01:34

Last train

21:42

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £15

Train companies: 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 £49. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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 to New York, NY from Boston, MA.

Boston, MA to New York, NY train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 4 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: £49
Amtrak frequency: 7 a day

Acela is the flagship high-speed train service from Amtrak, the main train operator of the United States. Acela high-speed trains operate services along the Northeast Corridor, connecting popular destinations like Washington, D. C. Baltimore, Philadelphia, NYC, Providence, and Boston, just to name a few. Amtrak Acela trains are the fastest in the U. S. Reaching speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Known for their superior comfort, Acela trains have spacious and comfortable seats with more legroom than Amtrak’s Coach Class seats. You can choose between booking a Business Class or First Class seat on an Acela train from Boston, MA to New York, NY. In both classes amenities include seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting at every seat, conference tables and large tray tables. Passengers can also purchase food and drinks on the train at Café Acela.

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

Average Duration: 3 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: £86
Amtrak Acela frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Boston, MA to New York, NY train

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 £23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Boston, MA to New York, NY is £47; 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 189 mile long route, 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.

Take the Boston, MA to New York, NY train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey to New York, NY from Boston, MA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 between Boston, MA and New York, NY including taking a train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and New York, NY

Boston, MA

New York, NY

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

South Station Parking