The cheapest and fastest buses from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 5 buses that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for Back Bay station, Boston, MA on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
LX Transportation LLC DOT# 2265836 MC# 773523
My South Bus Tours LLC DOT# 3016588 MC# 32041
METRO WEST CAR SERVICES INC DOT# 3044924 MC# 95326
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
LX Transportation LLC DOT# 2265836 MC# 773523
My South Bus Tours LLC DOT# 3016588 MC# 32041
METRO WEST CAR SERVICES INC DOT# 3044924 MC# 95326
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€31 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price | €146 Average price |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:58AM | Duration 3h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Live departures
Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
My South Bus Tours LLC DOT# 3016588 MC# 32041 | 2:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h15 | 6:45 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX Transportation LLC DOT# 2265836 MC# 773523 | 4:00 PM New York, W 42nd St, NY | 4h00 | 8:00 PM Boston, 39 Dalton St Streetside, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 5:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h45 | 10:15 PM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
METRO WEST CAR SERVICES INC DOT# 3044924 MC# 95326 | 8:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h25 | 12:25 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
THE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883 | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h30 | 3:00 AM Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA start from as low as $24 (€20) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $38 (€31) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: FlixBus, Go Buses, Infobus, Greyhound from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MAYou can travel by bus between Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA with FlixBus, Go Buses, Infobus, Greyhound for as low as $24 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Back Bay station, Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Go Buses
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Go Buses
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Penn Station, New York, NY to Back Bay station, Boston, MA, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Go Buses
- One carry-on bag and one checked bag up to 23kg.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Go Buses
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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