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Museum of the Moving Image
Acclaimed Astoria museum exploring film, television, and digital media through interactive exhibits and screenings.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$230
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport 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 John F. Kennedy International Airport will cost around $230 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 34 trains that leave Boston, MA for John F. Kennedy International Airport on Tue, May 19, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.
137 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
2155 NextGen Acela
2193 Acela
2155 NextGen Acela
2159 NextGen Acela
2163 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $244 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport costing on average $93 (€75).
A bus is $203 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport costing on average $244 (€197).
Other travel options to John F. Kennedy International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 0m.
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
Tickets start at around $93 (€75) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.81 (€-24.07). The journey takes 4h 0m versus 3h 50m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h30 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h36 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 2:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:11 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h38 | 2:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:46 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h12 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h05 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
2167 Acela | 1:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 1:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h32 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h22 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2193 Acela | 6:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2193 Acela | 6:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 6:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 7:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h02 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h57 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Boston, MA to John F. Kennedy International Airport run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 12:00 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of John F. Kennedy International Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect John F. Kennedy International Airport trip today.
Acclaimed Astoria museum exploring film, television, and digital media through interactive exhibits and screenings.
Influential contemporary art museum in Long Island City, known for experimental exhibitions in a converted public-school building.
Former home of Louis Armstrong in Corona, preserved with original interiors and important jazz history. Advance tickets are typically recommended.
Long oceanfront boardwalk popular for walks, surfing culture, skyline views, and social-media-friendly beach scenes.
One of New York City’s largest parks, home to World’s Fair landmarks, museums, lakes, and broad walking paths.
Waterfront park in Long Island City with piers, restored gantries, and dramatic Midtown Manhattan skyline views.
Large, thin-crust pizza sold by the slice, known for its foldable texture and classic cheese or pepperoni toppings. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and often red onion. It reflects the city’s strong Jewish deli tradition.
A deli sandwich of peppery cured beef piled onto rye bread, usually with mustard. It is one of New York’s most famous old-school specialties.
Popular burger spot known for Angus beef burgers, crinkle-cut fries, and shakes. Casual and reliable for a recognizable New York favorite inside the airport.
Well-known airport dining option serving sushi, sashimi, and Japanese small plates with a more upscale lounge atmosphere.
Established airport steakhouse offering steaks, seafood, and classic American dishes in a more polished sit-down setting.
Airport prices are high. Meals, coffee, and convenience items usually cost more than in the city.
Tip 15-20% at sit-down restaurants. Not expected at fast food. Round up for porters or service help.
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