The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, DE to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£379
Average price
£379
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, DE 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 Newark, DE to Boston, MA will cost around £379 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £379.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newark, DE for Boston, MA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 493 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newark, DE to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newark, DE to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 493 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£182 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newark, DE to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, DE to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
184 Northeast Regional | 18:44 Newark Station, Newark, DE | 6h45 | 01:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 18:44 Newark Station, Newark, DE | 6h52 | 01:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 20:47 Newark Station, Newark, DE | 7h03 | 03:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 20:47 Newark Station, Newark, DE | 6h56 | 03:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, DE to Boston, MA
Trains from Newark, DE to Boston, MA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 493 km distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 09:30 |
Last train 16:52 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Newark, DE to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Newark, DE and Boston, MA from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newark, DE to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, DE 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 Newark, DE and Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single main hall with access to platforms and ticketing.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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