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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Cheapest price on 22 Oct
£142
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£221
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
3 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
3 h 52 m
Trains on 22 Oct
24
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 £221 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £142.
On Thu 22 Oct, we found 24 trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY, including 22 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.
1165 Northeast Regional
1195 Northeast Regional
1135 Northeast Regional
1087 Northeast Regional
1195 Northeast Regional
2149 Acela [NextGen]
2149 Acela [NextGen]
2151 Acela [NextGen]
2151 Acela [NextGen]
1163 Northeast RegionalTrains from Boston, MA to New York, NY run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 31 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 30m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 1:56 |
Last train 21:45 |
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The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday 21 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2149 Acela [NextGen] | 6:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 9:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2149 Acela [NextGen] | 6:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 9:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1195 Northeast Regional | 6:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h28 | 10:53 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1195 Northeast Regional | 6:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 10:53 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 Acela [NextGen] | 7:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h56 | 10:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 Acela [NextGen] | 7:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 10:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1099 Northeast Regional | 8:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h28 | 12:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1099 Northeast Regional | 8:25 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 12:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1161 Northeast Regional | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 13:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1161 Northeast Regional | 9:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h18 | 13:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1087 Northeast Regional | 9:57 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 14:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1087 Northeast Regional | 10:03 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h20 | 14:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1163 Northeast Regional | 11:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 15:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1163 Northeast Regional | 11:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 15:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 10h15 | 23:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 changes | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h08 | 23:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 changes | |
1135 Northeast Regional | 13:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h15 | 17:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1135 Northeast Regional | 13:42 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h10 | 17:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1165 Northeast Regional | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h28 | 19:43 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1165 Northeast Regional | 15:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h22 | 19:43 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1167 Northeast Regional | 16:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h42 | 20:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1167 Northeast Regional | 16:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h37 | 20:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h20 | 23:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h14 | 23:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Leading modern art museum with influential works by Van Gogh, Warhol, Picasso, and contemporary artists.
Engaging science museum with a planetarium, dinosaur halls, and exhibits on Earth, space, and human cultures.
Beloved urban park with lakes, lawns, woodlands, cultural sites, and endless walking routes through Manhattan.
Elevated park built on a former railway, featuring gardens, public art, and striking views of the West Side.
Large waterfront park in Brooklyn with skyline views, lawns, piers, and memorable walks beneath the bridge.
A classic New York foldable slice with a thin, chewy crust and balanced tomato-cheese topping; a defining everyday food of the city.
Hand-rolled, boiled then baked, traditionally served with cream cheese or lox. Its glossy crust and dense chew are closely tied to New York deli culture.
Salt-cured beef on rye with mustard, typically served warm. It is a landmark Jewish deli dish strongly associated with New York.
Refined dining room known for seasonal New American cooking and an elegant, intimate Greenwich Village atmosphere.
Beloved casual spot for hand-rolled bagels with salmon, cream cheese and other classic appetising fillings.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami and classic sandwiches in a busy, old-school Lower East Side setting.
New York is pricier than most US cities, with high hotel rates, dining costs, and attraction prices, though public transport is relatively good value.
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Most Boston, MA to New York, NY trains use the South Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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