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Compare coach, train and flight for Boston, MA to New York City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to New York City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 306 km
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4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to New York City train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to New York City trains for today, Sunday 23 August. 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 | |
 2255 NextGen Acela | 7:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h55 | 11:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2255 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 | |
| 2259 NextGen Acela | 9:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h56 | 13:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2259 NextGen Acela | 9:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 13:11 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 | |
| 2265 NextGen Acela | 11:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h54 | 15:04 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2265 NextGen Acela | 11:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h48 | 15:04 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 | |
| 2267 Acela | 13:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h43 | 16:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2267 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 | |
| 165 Northeast Regional | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 19:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 165 Northeast Regional | 15:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h15 | 19:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2271 Acela | 15:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h59 | 19:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2271 Acela | 15:40 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h54 | 19:34 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 | |
| 2293 Acela | 18:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 22:06 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2293 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 City
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Trains from Boston, MA to New York City run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:15, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 10:15 |
Last train 23:52 |
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FAQs: Boston, MA to New York City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to New York City 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 City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and New York City
Most Boston, MA to New York City trains use the South Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and New York City 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 York City 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.
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