168 Northeast Regional19:004h26Penn Station, New York, NY23:26South Station, Boston, MA£1351One-way0 changes
82 Northeast Regional14:044h28Penn Station, New York, NY18:32South Station, Boston, MA£1351One-way0 changes
194 Northeast Regional17:004h18Penn Station, New York, NY21:18South Station, Boston, MA£1351One-way0 changes
88 Northeast Regional15:004h23Penn Station, New York, NY19:23South Station, Boston, MA£1701One-way0 changes
2260 NextGen Acela18:053h59Penn Station, New York, NY22:04South Station, Boston, MA£2031One-way0 changes
2252 Acela9:513h55Penn Station, New York, NY13:46South Station, Boston, MA£3761One-way0 changes
2258 NextGen Acela16:023h58Penn Station, New York, NY20:00South Station, Boston, MA£2031One-way0 changes
2260 NextGen Acela18:053h59Penn Station, New York, NY22:04South Station, Boston, MA£2031One-way0 changes
2262 NextGen Acela19:234h01Penn Station, New York, NY23:24South Station, Boston, MA£2031One-way0 changes
2254 NextGen Acela11:114h04Penn Station, New York, NY15:15South Station, Boston, MA£3761One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for New York, NY to Boston, MA
The cheapest option from New York to Boston is coach, with an average price of £30. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from New York to Boston among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 306 km
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£93 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest option | £187 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 39m 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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New York, NY to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2162 NextGen Acela | 19:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h53 | 23:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 19:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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150 Northeast Regional | 7:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h16 | 11:16 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 9:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h55 | 13:46 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2254 NextGen Acela | 11:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h04 | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 12:13 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h15 | 16:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 13:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h24 | 17:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 14:04 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 18:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 15:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h23 | 19:23 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2258 NextGen Acela | 16:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h58 | 20:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 17:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h18 | 21:18 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2260 NextGen Acela | 18:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h59 | 22:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Typically, there are 33 trains per day from New York to Boston, including 32 direct trains, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Lowest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: New York, NY to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Boston, MA
Most New York, NY to Boston, MA trains use the Penn Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which New York, NY station do trains to Boston, MA leave from?
Getting to Penn Station from New York city centre
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage and lost property
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. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
Which Boston, MA station do trains from New York, NY arrive at?
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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