The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£218
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ will cost around £218 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Of the 22 trains that leave Boston, MA for Newark, NJ every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 40 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.
179 Northeast Regional
173 Northeast Regional
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional
93 Northeast Regional
171 Northeast Regional
2155 Acela
2159 Acela
2151 Acela
2163 Acela
179 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Boston, MA to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. 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 £22, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 316 km
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5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2155 Acela | 12:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 16:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 13:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h44 | 17:56 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 13:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h38 | 19:50 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional | 13:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h49 | 18:01 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 Acela | 14:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h05 | 18:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 14:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h05 | 19:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 14:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h40 | 19:50 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
93 Northeast Regional | 14:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h58 | 19:18 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 15:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h01 | 20:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 15:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h06 | 20:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 Acela | 16:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h08 | 20:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 16:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h47 | 21:27 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 16:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h40 | 21:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 17:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 10h50 | 04:40 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2 changes | |
137 Northeast Regional | 18:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h03 | 23:40 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 18:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h09 | 23:46 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 20:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h42 | 00:57 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 22:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h51 | 03:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 23:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h55 | 04:40 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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179 Northeast Regional | 00:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h40 | 05:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 Acela | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h08 | 14:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 11:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h41 | 15:51 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ
Trains from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 01:49 |
Last train 21:02 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Boston, MA and Newark, NJ from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Boston, MA to Newark, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and Newark, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
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