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Compare train and bus for Boston, MA to Rome, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Rome, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $124.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$124 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 43m Average total duration 23h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Rome, NY:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Rome, NY costing on average $124 (€100).
Other travel options to Rome, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 23h 13m.
Tickets start at around $124 (€100) compared to roughly $56 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-68.01 (€-54.75). The journey takes 23h 13m versus 4h 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 Rome, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Rome, NY trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 PM Boston, MA | 23h13 | 12:03 PM Rome, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Rome, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to Rome, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 23h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $124 (€100) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 23h 13m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 23h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 (€100) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 23h 13m |
First train 7:44 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Rome, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Rome, NY from $48 (€39). 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 Rome, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Rome, 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 Rome, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Rome, 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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