The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£264
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ 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, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around £264 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 25 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Boston, MA every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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.
66 Northeast Regional4:485h17Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:05South Station, Boston, MA£531One-way0 changes
132 Northeast Regional18:295h30Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ23:59South Station, Boston, MA£1751One-way0 changes
150 Northeast Regional6:224h54Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ11:16South Station, Boston, MA£2161One-way0 changes
150 Northeast Regional6:165h00Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ11:16South Station, Boston, MA£2201One-way0 changes
2248 NextGen Acela10:364h39Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ15:15South Station, Boston, MA£2411One-way0 changes
2252 Acela13:344h23Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ17:57South Station, Boston, MA£3801One-way0 changes
2250 Acela11:314h25Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ15:56South Station, Boston, MA£3031One-way0 changes
2256 NextGen Acela12:134h30Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ16:43South Station, Boston, MA£3801One-way0 changes
2258 NextGen Acela18:464h31Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ23:17South Station, Boston, MA£3031One-way0 changes
2248 NextGen Acela10:364h39Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ15:15South Station, Boston, MA£2411One-way0 changes
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Compare coach, train and flight for Newark, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 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. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 316 km
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Live departures
Newark, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Boston, MA trains for today, Saturday 11 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
168 Northeast Regional | 22:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h04 | 3:26 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 22:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h58 | 3:26 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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66 Northeast Regional | 8:48 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h17 | 14:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 10:16 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h00 | 15:16 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 10:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h54 | 15:16 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 12:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h13 | 17:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 12:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h08 | 17:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 13:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h56 | 18:22 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
660 Keystone Service · 164 Northeast Regional | 14:25 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 6h59 | 21:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
660 Keystone Service · 164 Northeast Regional | 14:31 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h53 | 21:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
2248 NextGen Acela | 14:36 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h39 | 19:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2250 Acela | 15:31 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h25 | 19:56 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2256 NextGen Acela | 16:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h30 | 20:43 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 16:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h01 | 21:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 16:30 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h54 | 21:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
154 Northeast Regional | 17:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h02 | 22:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
154 Northeast Regional | 17:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h56 | 22:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 17:34 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h23 | 21:57 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 18:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h00 | 23:23 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 18:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h54 | 23:23 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
96 Northeast Regional | 20:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 4h58 | 1:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
96 Northeast Regional | 20:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h51 | 1:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 1:49 |
Last train 21:02 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Boston, MA from £23. 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, NJ to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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, NJ and Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
- 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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