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Cheap train tickets from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
137 Northeast Regional
01:56PM4h15
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
06:11PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$451One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
85 Northeast Regional
10:26AM4h03
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
02:29PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$651One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
173 Northeast Regional
11:46AM4h06
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
03:52PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$1251One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
93 Northeast Regional
09:26AM4h21
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
01:47PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$1251One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
175 Northeast Regional
03:21PM4h04
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
07:25PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$1251One-way
0 transfers

Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
2151 Acela
05:10AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h40 08:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2153 Acela
06:06AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h44 09:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
95 Northeast Regional
06:15AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h07 10:22AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2155 Acela
07:20AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h30 10:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
171 Northeast Regional
08:18AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h08 12:26PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2159 Acela
09:15AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h37 12:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
93 Northeast Regional
09:26AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h21 01:47PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
85 Northeast Regional
10:26AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h03 02:29PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2163 Acela
11:11AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h38 02:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
173 Northeast Regional
11:46AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h06 03:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
449 Lake Shore Limited
12:57PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA10h05 11:02PM Penn Station, New York, NY2 transfers
Amtrak
2167 Acela
01:11PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h39 04:50PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
137 Northeast Regional
01:56PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h15 06:11PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2169 Acela
02:06PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h43 05:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
175 Northeast Regional
03:21PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h04 07:25PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2173 Acela
04:20PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h41 08:01PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
177 Northeast Regional
05:35PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h17 09:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2193 Acela
06:11PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h32 09:43PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
67 Northeast Regional
06:51PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA4h11 11:02PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
179 Northeast Regional
07:52PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA3h57 11:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY

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Fastest Journey

3 h 30 m

Average

4 h 12 m

Trains per day

20

Distance

301 km

Of the 20 trains that leave Back Bay station, Boston, MA for Penn Station, New York, NY every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak
2155 Acela
07:20AM3h30
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
10:50AMPenn Station, New York, NY
$4061One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
2193 Acela
06:11PM3h32
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
09:43PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$2631One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2159 Acela
09:15AM3h37
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
12:52PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$3271One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2163 Acela
11:11AM3h38
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
02:49PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$3271One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2167 Acela
01:11PM3h39
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
04:50PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$2121One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY

Take a train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY and enjoy the approximately 186 miles (300 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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
Distance
186 miles (300 km)
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€22)
Trains per day
18
Direct trains
18
Train providers
2
Fastest train
3h 33m
First train
00:00
Last train
22:51
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

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY trains

Travel to Penn Station, New York, NY from Back Bay station, Boston, MA from $25 (€22) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak and Amtrak Acela! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Penn Station, New York, NY from Back Bay station, Boston, MA.

Train information from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 59 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25
  • Amtrak frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY

FAQs: Travel by train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY can start from as little as $24 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY is $95 (€84); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Back Bay station, Boston, MA and Penn Station, New York, NY is on average 3 h 33 min   for the 186 mile (300 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY leaves at 12: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY leaves at 10: 51 PM.
Yes, there are 18 direct trains a day from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Penn Station, New York, NY. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY.
For the journey from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY you can take a train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Back Bay station, Boston, MA and Penn Station, New York, NY on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 51 PM.
A trip to Penn Station, New York, NY from Back Bay station, Boston, MA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 33 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Penn Station, New York, NY from Back Bay station, Boston, MA including taking a train, bus or flight.

Trains departing from Back Bay Station

Distance from Back Bay Station to city center
Distance from Back Bay Station to city center
0.1 miles (100 m)
Amenities at station
ATM
ATM
Dining
Dining
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Enterprise | Avis
Accessibility
Accessibility

Trains arriving to Penn Station

Distance from Penn Station to city center
Distance from Penn Station to city center
0.2 miles (400 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 05: 00-22: 00
How to get to this station?
How to get to this 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
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
LaGuardia Airport, NY
10 miles (16 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in 45 minutes by taking either the E or F metro line then the Q70-SBS bus from 74 St/Roosevelt Av Station.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
ATM
ATM
There are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Taxi
Taxi
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
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.

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