New York, NY to Boston, MA train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for 23 Jun

Cheapest price

£86

Average price

£182

Fastest journey

3 h 36 m

Average duration

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

38

Distance

306 km

Cheap tickets

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 £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.

Fast trains

Of the 38 trains that leave New York, NY for Boston, MA every day 38 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 37 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 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.

Amtrak Acela2168 Acela
17:003h44
Penn Station, New York, NY
20:44Back Bay station, Boston, MA
£861One-way
0 changes
Amtrak Acela2168 Acela
17:003h49
Penn Station, New York, NY
20:49South Station, Boston, MA
£861One-way
0 changes
Amtrak178 Northeast Regional
19:504h20
Penn Station, New York, NY
00:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA
£1001One-way
0 changes
Amtrak178 Northeast Regional
19:504h25
Penn Station, New York, NY
00:15South Station, Boston, MA
£1001One-way
0 changes
Amtrak170 Northeast Regional
08:464h18
Penn Station, New York, NY
13:04Back Bay station, Boston, MA
£1001One-way
0 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 £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Coach
Flight

£86

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£197

Average Price

4h 54m

average duration

4h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 27m

average duration

4h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 22m

average duration

Fastest

3h 22m

Onboard

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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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

New York, NY to Boston, MA train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday 22 June
Last updated at 00:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
amtrak66 Northeast Regional09:44 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h14
13:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak66 Northeast Regional09:44 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h26
14:10 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak150 Northeast Regional11:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h21
15:21 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak150 Northeast Regional11:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h11
15:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2290 Acela11:40 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h51
15:31 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2290 Acela11:40 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h41
15:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2292 Acela12:20 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h43
16:03 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2292 Acela12:20 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h53
16:13 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak160 Northeast Regional13:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h30
17:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak160 Northeast Regional13:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h38
17:38 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak162 Northeast Regional14:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h27
18:27 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak162 Northeast Regional14:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h16
18:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2248 Acela15:11 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h50
19:01 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2248 Acela15:11 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h01
19:12 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2250 Acela15:58 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h36
19:34 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2250 Acela15:58 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h52
19:50 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak164 Northeast Regional17:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h15
21:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak164 Northeast Regional17:00 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h29
21:29 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2252 Acela18:01 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h50
21:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2252 Acela18:01 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h01
22:02 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak154 Northeast Regional18:08 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h21
22:29 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak154 Northeast Regional18:08 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h10
22:18 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak88 Northeast Regional19:02 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h15
23:17 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak88 Northeast Regional19:02 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h26
23:28 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2254 Acela20:03 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h43
23:46 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2254 Acela20:03 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h53
23:56 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak96 Northeast Regional21:01 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h24
01:25 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak96 Northeast Regional21:01 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h13
01:14 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2262 Acela22:06 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h00
02:06 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2262 Acela22:06 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h46
01:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2258 Acela23:15 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h42
02:57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2258 Acela23:15 Penn Station, New York, NY
3h54
03:09 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak132 Northeast Regional23:30 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h34
04:04 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
amtrak132 Northeast Regional23:30 Penn Station, New York, NY
4h22
03:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from New York, NY to Boston, MA?

The best time to book your train from New York, NY to Boston, MA is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the New York, NY to Boston, MA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from New York, NY to Boston, MA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from New York, NY to Boston, MA.

Journey information

Overview: Train from New York, NY to Boston, MA

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Trains from New York, NY to Boston, MA run on average 36 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance
305 km
Average train duration
4h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
36
Direct trains
35
Fastest train
4h 14m
First train
10:44
Last train
22:07
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20

Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains New York, NY to Boston, MA

For as little as £20 you can travel by train to Boston, MA from New York, NY with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between New York, NY and Boston, MA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from New York, NY to Boston, MA train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: £20
  • Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: New York, NY to Boston, MA train

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Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Boston, MA

New York
Boston
The major train station for departures in New York is Penn Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penn Station for your trip from New York to Boston.
Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
ATMATM
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
Dining
Dining
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Hotel
Hotel
  • The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
  • Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
  • Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Public transport options for Penn Station
  • 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
The major train station for arrivals in Boston is South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at South Station for your journey to Boston from New York.
South StationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
13
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
Dining
Dining
  • Legal Sea Foods
  • Tavern in the Square
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • InterContinental Boston
  • The Langham, Boston
  • Boston Harbor Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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.
Public transport options for South Station
  • Subway: Red Line
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
Back Bay StationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
Dining
Dining
  • Sorellina
  • Atlantic Fish Company
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Copley Square Hotel
  • The Westin Copley Place
  • Fairmont Copley Plaza
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
  • Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
Public transport options for Back Bay Station
  • Subway: Orange Line
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line

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