The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
13 h 58 m
Average duration
13 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY 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 Beacon, NY will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for Beacon, NY on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 13 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 58 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest trains will take 13 h 58 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.
11:45 PM13h58Boston, MA1:43 PMBeacon, NY$1221One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM13h58Boston, MA1:43 PMBeacon, NY$1221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $106.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$196 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $213 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 53m Average total duration 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY:
A bus is $116 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY costing on average $196 (€156).
A bus is $133 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY costing on average $213 (€170).
Other travel options to Beacon, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 2m.
Bus takes on average 11h 23m.
Tickets start at around $196 (€156) compared to roughly $40 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-156.17 (€-124.63). The journey takes 6h 2m versus 3h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Boston, MA to Beacon, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Beacon, NY trains for today, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:45 PM Boston, MA | 14h59 | 1:44 PM Beacon, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 PM Boston, MA | 13h58 | 1:43 PM Beacon, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 9:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Beacon, NY from $61 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY 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 Beacon, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
- 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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