The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge, MA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
36
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 £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 36 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 40 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 44 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.
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional12:5010h12South Station, Boston, MA23:02Penn Station, New York, NY£681One-way2 changes
179 Northeast Regional19:474h02South Station, Boston, MA23:49Penn Station, New York, NY£731One-way0 changes
65 Northeast Regional18:454h17South Station, Boston, MA23:02Penn Station, New York, NY£731One-way0 changes
179 Northeast Regional19:523h57Back Bay station, Boston, MA23:49Penn Station, New York, NY£731One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:113h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£881One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:113h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£881One-way0 changes
2163 Acela11:113h38Back Bay station, Boston, MA14:49Penn Station, New York, NY£3061One-way0 changes
2193 Acela18:053h41South Station, Boston, MA21:46Penn Station, New York, NY£2031One-way0 changes
2167 Acela13:063h44Back Bay station, Boston, MA16:50Penn Station, New York, NY£2441One-way0 changes
2163 Acela11:053h44South Station, Boston, MA14:49Penn Station, New York, NY£3061One-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 2h 46m. 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 £55.
Distance: 304 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m 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, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 8:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 8:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 10:22 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 10:22 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 10:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h45 | 10:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 12:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:18 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 12:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 12:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 12:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 13:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 13:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 14:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 14:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 14:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h38 | 14:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 15:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:46 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 15:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 10h12 | 23:02 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 | 10h05 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 changes | |
2167 Acela | 13:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 13:06 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 13:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h32 | 18:09 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 13:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 18:09 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 19:08 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 19:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 19:08 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 19:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 17:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h22 | 21:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 17:35 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 21:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2193 Acela | 18:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 21:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2193 Acela | 18:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 21:46 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 | |
179 Northeast Regional | 19:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 4h02 | 23:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 19:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h57 | 23:49 Penn Station, 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 31 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 30 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 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:29 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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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