The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£241
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Boston, MA will cost around £241 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 32 trains that leave New York, NY for Boston, MA every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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.
176 Northeast Regional19:124h31Penn Station, New York, NY23:43Back Bay station, Boston, MA£721One-way0 changes
178 Northeast Regional19:504h20Penn Station, New York, NY0:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£721One-way0 changes
2190 Acela5:273h58Penn Station, New York, NY9:25Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1311One-way0 changes
94 Northeast Regional17:384h22Penn Station, New York, NY22:00Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1331One-way0 changes
2190 Acela5:274h05Penn Station, New York, NY9:32South Station, Boston, MA£1611One-way0 changes
2150 Acela7:573h36Penn Station, New York, NY11:33Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3721One-way0 changes
2162 Acela12:343h36Penn Station, New York, NY16:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3721One-way0 changes
2170 NextGen Acela18:053h46Penn Station, New York, NY21:51Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3021One-way0 changes
2166 NextGen Acela15:593h46Penn Station, New York, NY19:45Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3721One-way0 changes
2172 NextGen Acela19:103h46Penn Station, New York, NY22:56Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1611One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for New York, NY to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. 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 £15, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 306 km
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£94 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £189 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 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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Live departures
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 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2162 Acela | 12:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h48 | 16:22 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 12:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 16:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 12:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h08 | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 12:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h15 | 16:52 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 14:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h35 | 19:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 14:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h27 | 18:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 17:07 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h29 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 17:07 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 17:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 22:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 17:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 22:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 18:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h46 | 21:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 18:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h53 | 21:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 19:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h57 | 23:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 19:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h46 | 22:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 19:12 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h31 | 23:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 19:12 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h38 | 23:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 19:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 0:15 South 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 | |
| Friday 15 May | |||||
2190 Acela | 5:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h05 | 9:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2190 Acela | 5:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h58 | 9:25 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 5:44 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h21 | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 5:44 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2192 Acela | 7:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h58 | 11:01 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2192 Acela | 7:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h04 | 11:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 7:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h18 | 11:59 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 7:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 12:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 7:57 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 11:33 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 7:57 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h47 | 11:44 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 8:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h26 | 13:11 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 8:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h19 | 13:04 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Boston, MA
Trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 32 trains per day. 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 |
Cheapest 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 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Boston, MA from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 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
- 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
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