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Hudson River Museum
A hands-on science and cultural center with Hudson River views, family exhibits, and a planetarium in the historic train station.
Trains from Boston, MA to Yonkers, NY run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€53) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€53) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 9:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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A hands-on science and cultural center with Hudson River views, family exhibits, and a planetarium in the historic train station.
A contemporary gallery space showing rotating exhibitions by regional and national artists in the downtown waterfront district.
A museum preserving local firefighting history through vintage engines, equipment, and displays inside a historic firehouse setting.
A landscaped waterfront park with walking paths, public art, river views, and easy access to downtown Yonkers attractions.
A formal garden and park with Persian-inspired design, temple ruins, vistas, and seasonal plantings above the Hudson River.
A large county park with trails, river access, picnic areas, and broad water views that feel far from the city.
Thin-crust New York-style pizza is a regional staple in the Yonkers area, sold by the slice with a crisp base and foldable texture.
A classic New York bagel is kettle-boiled then baked for a chewy crust and dense crumb, often eaten plain or with cream cheese.
Pastrami on rye is a deli favorite of the New York region, made with cured smoked beef piled onto rye bread with mustard.
Upscale waterfront seafood and steak spot with Hudson River views, polished service, and a broad menu for dinner occasions.
Popular neighborhood Italian venue focused on red-sauce classics, pizza, and hearty portions in a relaxed family setting.
Classic Yonkers Italian restaurant known for pasta, seafood, and old-school dining rooms with a long local following.
Moderate for the New York area. Hotels can be cheaper than Manhattan, but dining and transit still add up for visitors.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston, MA to Yonkers, NY trains use the South Station to Yonkers Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Yonkers, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Yonkers Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: X20, Zuppa Restaurant & Lounge
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Yonkers Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Yonkers Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Yonkers Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Yonkers Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yonkers Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers, Residence Inn by Marriott Yonkers Westchester County, Hyatt Place New York/Yonkers.
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