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Cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for Mar 20

Cheapest

$128

Average

$128

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

Cheapest

171 Northeast Regional

08:12AM4h14

South Station, Boston, MA

12:26PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$1281One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

93 Northeast Regional

09:21AM4h21

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

01:42PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$1281One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

93 Northeast Regional

09:15AM4h27

South Station, Boston, MA

01:42PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$1281One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

179 Northeast Regional

08:12PM3h59

South Station, Boston, MA

12:11AMPenn Station, New York, NY

$1281One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

171 Northeast Regional

08:18AM4h08

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

12:26PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$1281One-way

0 transfers

Boston, MA to New York, NY train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, March 20

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak Acela 2151 Acela Amtrak Acela2151 Acela	05:00AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h50	08:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2151 Acela Amtrak Acela2151 Acela	05:05AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h45	08:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2153 Acela Amtrak Acela2153 Acela	05:55AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h55	09:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 95 Northeast Regional Amtrak95 Northeast Regional	06:00AM South Station, Boston, MA	4h22	10:22AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2153 Acela Amtrak Acela2153 Acela	06:01AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h49	09:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 95 Northeast Regional Amtrak95 Northeast Regional	06:05AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h17	10:22AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2155 Acela Amtrak Acela2155 Acela	07:15AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h35	10:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2155 Acela Amtrak Acela2155 Acela	07:20AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h30	10:50AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 171 Northeast Regional Amtrak171 Northeast Regional	08:12AM South Station, Boston, MA	4h14	12:26PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 171 Northeast Regional Amtrak171 Northeast Regional	08:18AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h08	12:26PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2159 Acela Amtrak Acela2159 Acela	09:10AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h42	12:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 93 Northeast Regional Amtrak93 Northeast Regional	09:15AM South Station, Boston, MA	4h27	01:42PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2159 Acela Amtrak Acela2159 Acela	09:15AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h37	12:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 93 Northeast Regional Amtrak93 Northeast Regional	09:21AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h21	01:42PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 85 Northeast Regional Amtrak85 Northeast Regional	10:15AM South Station, Boston, MA	4h14	02:29PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 85 Northeast Regional Amtrak85 Northeast Regional	10:21AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h08	02:29PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2163 Acela Amtrak Acela2163 Acela	11:02AM South Station, Boston, MA	3h47	02:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2163 Acela Amtrak Acela2163 Acela	11:08AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h41	02:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 173 Northeast Regional Amtrak173 Northeast Regional	11:40AM South Station, Boston, MA	4h12	03:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 173 Northeast Regional Amtrak173 Northeast Regional	11:46AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h06	03:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 449 Lake Shore Limited Amtrak449 Lake Shore Limited	12:50PM South Station, Boston, MA	10h12	11:02PM Penn Station, New York, NY	2 transfers
Amtrak 449 Lake Shore Limited Amtrak449 Lake Shore Limited	12:57PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	10h05	11:02PM Penn Station, New York, NY	2 transfers
Amtrak Acela 2167 Acela Amtrak Acela2167 Acela	01:00PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h50	04:50PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2167 Acela Amtrak Acela2167 Acela	01:06PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h44	04:50PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 137 Northeast Regional Amtrak137 Northeast Regional	01:37PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h32	06:09PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 137 Northeast Regional Amtrak137 Northeast Regional	01:43PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h26	06:09PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2169 Acela Amtrak Acela2169 Acela	02:00PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h49	05:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2169 Acela Amtrak Acela2169 Acela	02:06PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h43	05:49PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 175 Northeast Regional Amtrak175 Northeast Regional	03:15PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h10	07:25PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 175 Northeast Regional Amtrak175 Northeast Regional	03:21PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h04	07:25PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2173 Acela Amtrak Acela2173 Acela	04:15PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h46	08:01PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2173 Acela Amtrak Acela2173 Acela	04:20PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h41	08:01PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 177 Northeast Regional Amtrak177 Northeast Regional	05:30PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h22	09:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 177 Northeast Regional Amtrak177 Northeast Regional	05:35PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h17	09:52PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2193 Acela Amtrak Acela2193 Acela	06:05PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h43	09:48PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Acela 2193 Acela Amtrak Acela2193 Acela	06:11PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h37	09:48PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 67 Northeast Regional Amtrak67 Northeast Regional	06:45PM South Station, Boston, MA	4h17	11:02PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 67 Northeast Regional Amtrak67 Northeast Regional	06:51PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	4h11	11:02PM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 179 Northeast Regional Amtrak179 Northeast Regional	08:12PM South Station, Boston, MA	3h59	12:11AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 179 Northeast Regional Amtrak179 Northeast Regional	08:17PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	3h54	12:11AM Penn Station, New York, NY	0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Boston, MA to New York, NY?

The best time to book your train from Boston, MA to New York, NY is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Boston, MA to New York, NY route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Boston, MA to New York, NY per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Boston, MA to New York, NY.

Trains

from $101

Buses

from $39

Flights

from $166

Fastest train times from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for Mar 20

Fastest Journey

3 h 30 m

Average

4 h 18 m

Trains per day

Distance

306 km

Of the 40 trains that leave Boston, MA for New York, NY every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

2155 Acela

07:20AM3h30

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

10:50AMPenn Station, New York, NY

$5101One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

2155 Acela

07:15AM3h35

South Station, Boston, MA

10:50AMPenn Station, New York, NY

$5101One-way

0 transfers

2193 Acela

06:11PM3h37

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

09:48PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$4101One-way

0 transfers

2159 Acela

09:15AM3h37

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

12:52PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$4101One-way

0 transfers

2163 Acela

11:08AM3h41

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

02:49PMPenn Station, New York, NY

$3271One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY run on average 35 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€41) but you can travel from only $30 (€26) 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 $30 (€26)

Distance

189 miles (305 km)

Average train duration

5h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

$48 (€41)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 10m

First train

17:57

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $30 (€26)

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to New York, NY trains

Travel from Boston, MA to New York, NY from $65 (€56) 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 a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between Boston, MA and New York, NY, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Amtrak from Boston, MA to New York, NY train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $65
Amtrak frequency: 7 a day

Acela is the flagship high-speed train service from Amtrak, the main train provider in the United States. Acela high-speed trains operate services along the Northeast Corridor, connecting popular destinations like Washington, D. C. Baltimore, Philadelphia, NYC, Providence, and Boston, just to name a few. Amtrak Acela trains are the fastest in the U. S. Reaching speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Known for their superior comfort, Acela trains have spacious and comfortable seats with more legroom than Amtrak’s Coach Class seats. You can choose between booking a Business Class or First Class seat on an Acela train from Boston, MA to New York, NY. In both classes amenities include seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting at every seat, conference tables and large tray tables. Passengers can also purchase food and drinks on the train at Café Acela.

Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to New York, NY train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: $115
Amtrak Acela frequency: 5 a day

Traveling by train from Boston, MA to New York, NY

The train connection between Boston, MA and New York, NY is a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two cities. Amtrak provides regular service on this route, allowing passengers to enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the journey. With multiple departures throughout the day, travelers can easily find a schedule that suits their needs while experiencing the ease of rail transportation in the Northeast Corridor.

Train Connection: Boston to New York

Traveling from Boston, MA to New York, NY takes approximately 3 hours and 39 minutes. There are up to 12 connections available each day, all of which are direct services. Passengers can depart from Back Bay Station or South Station in Boston and arrive at Penn Station in New York City.

Boston, MA to New York, NY

The first daily train journey departs from Boston at 10:15 AM, providing an early start for travelers heading to the bustling city of New York. The last departure is scheduled for 11:40 PM, allowing late-night arrivals into the vibrant nightlife and attractions that await in NYC.

Train Tickets Price from Boston, MA to New York, NY

The cheapest ticket price for a train journey between Boston and New York is $56 (50.4€). This fare offers an economical option for travelers looking to explore the vibrant culture and attractions of these two iconic cities.

Exploring New York City's Iconic Landmarks

The Statue of Liberty, a gift from France in 1886, symbolizes freedom and democracy for millions who have arrived on American shores. Standing at an impressive 305 feet tall, this iconic monument not only welcomes visitors to New York Harbor but also serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of hope and opportunity that defines America. As you explore its pedestal and crown, you'll discover breathtaking views of the city skyline that make this experience truly unforgettable.

Central Park is an oasis amidst the bustling urban landscape, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858 to provide New Yorkers with a natural retreat. Spanning over 843 acres, it features picturesque landscapes including meadows, lakes, and wooded areas where locals gather for recreation or relaxation. Unique attractions like Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge invite you to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying artful architecture right within the heart of Manhattan.

The Empire State Building has been an architectural marvel since its completion in 1931; once holding the title as the tallest building in the world for nearly four decades. This Art Deco masterpiece stands at 1,454 feet tall (including its antenna) and offers two observation decks providing panoramic views that are simply breathtaking—especially during sunset when NYC lights up below you. Its rich history includes being featured prominently in films such as "King Kong," making it not just a landmark but also part of pop culture lore that continues to captivate visitors today.

FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to New York, NY

FAQs: Travel by train from Boston, MA to 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 Boston, MA to New York, NY.

Cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to New York, NY can start from as little as $31 (€27) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Boston, MA to New York, NY is $62 (€54); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Boston, MA to New York, NY train time is 3 h 48 min covering the 189 mile (305 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Boston, MA to New York, NY leaves at 1: 34 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Boston, MA to New York, NY leaves at 9: 42 PM.

Yes, there are 36 direct trains a day from Boston, MA to 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 New York, NY. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to New York, NY.

For the route from Boston, MA to New York, NY you can take a train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Boston, MA and 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 9: 42 PM.

A trip to New York, NY from Boston, MA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Boston, MA to New York, NY is February.

You have options as you can travel to New York, NY from Boston, MA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Boston, MA to New York, NY

Boston

New York

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 New York.

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