Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$281

Average price

$283

Fastest journey

4 h 52 m

Average duration

5 h 9 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

389 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ will cost around $283 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $281.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Boston, MA for Trenton, NJ on Sat, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 389 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 22 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 Northeast Regional
09:40AM5h22
Boston, MA
03:02PMTrenton, NJ
$2811One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
10:03AM6h00
Boston, MA
04:03PMTrenton, NJ
$2811One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
11:40AM5h23
Boston, MA
05:03PMTrenton, NJ
$2811One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
01:40PM5h22
Boston, MA
07:02PMTrenton, NJ
$2811One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
06:35AM6h13
Boston, MA
12:48PMTrenton, NJ
$2921One-way
1 transfer

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Compare train and flight for Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. 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 train costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €64.

Distance: 241 miles (389 km)

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Flight

€127

Average price

Cheapest

€150

Average price

5h 37m

Average total duration

5h 7m

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30m

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4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.3kg

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Live departures

Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11
Last updated at 7:20 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak175 Northeast Regional7:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
5h14
12:35 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak177 Northeast Regional9:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA
5h38
3:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak177 Northeast Regional9:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
5h33
3:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak65 Northeast Regional10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA
5h34
4:19 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak65 Northeast Regional10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
5h28
4:19 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak179 Northeast Regional11:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA
5h21
5:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect
amtrak179 Northeast Regional11:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
5h16
5:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ

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Trains from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
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
Bus from $40 (€32)
Distance
241 miles (389 km)
Average train duration
5h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
$47 (€38)
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
15
Fastest train
5h 18m
First train
00:42
Last train
22:57
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
Bus from $40 (€32)

Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ trains

Find the best trains to Trenton, NJ from Boston, MA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from $111 (€89). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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 from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ train information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 17 min
  • Cheapest Price: $111
  • Amtrak frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Trenton, NJ

Boston
Trenton
The major train station for departures in Boston is South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at South Station for your trip from Boston to Trenton.
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information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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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 transit options for South Station
  • Subway: Red Line
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
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information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
1 km
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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 transit options for Back Bay Station
  • Subway: Orange Line
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
The major train station for arrivals in Trenton is Trenton Transit Center. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Trenton Transit Center for your journey to Trenton from Boston.
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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
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
Dining
Dining
  • Settimo Cielo
  • 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Trenton Marriott Downtown
  • Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
  • Wyndham Garden Trenton
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
Public transit options for Trenton Transit Center
  • Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
  • Light Rail: River Line

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