The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA to New York, NY will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 34 trains that leave Cambridge, 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 304 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 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 41 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£721One-way0 changes
177 Northeast Regional17:304h22South Station, Boston, MA21:52Penn Station, New York, NY£721One-way0 changes
85 Northeast Regional10:204h09South Station, Boston, MA14:29Penn Station, New York, NY£1011One-way0 changes
95 Northeast Regional6:154h07Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:22Penn Station, New York, NY£1011One-way0 changes
67 Northeast Regional18:454h17South Station, Boston, MA23:02Penn Station, New York, NY£1011One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:113h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£1841One-way0 changes
2159 NextGen Acela9:153h36Back Bay station, Boston, MA12:51Penn Station, New York, NY£1841One-way0 changes
2155 NextGen Acela7:203h37Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:57Penn Station, New York, NY£1231One-way0 changes
2163 Acela11:113h38Back Bay station, Boston, MA14:49Penn Station, New York, NY£2271One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:053h41South Station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£1841One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cambridge, MA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 304 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£64 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Cambridge, MA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Sunday 26 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 Cambridge, MA | 3h59 | 4:59 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:35 Cambridge, MA | 4h16 | 15:51 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:45 Cambridge, MA | 4h11 | 17:56 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:40 Cambridge, MA | 4h11 | 18:51 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:45 Cambridge, MA | 4h21 | 2:06 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY
Trains from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:29 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cambridge, MA and New York, NY from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge, MA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA and New York, NY
- 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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