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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$320
Average price
$630
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $630 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $320.
It's difficult to get from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA without transferring at least 2 times.
9:44 AM5h36Fair Lawn, NJ3:20 PMBoston, MA$3201One-way2 transfers- 1:34 PM5h22Fair Lawn, NJ6:56 PMBoston, MA$3201One-way2 transfers
- 5:33 PM6h10Fair Lawn, NJ11:43 PMBoston, MA$3291One-way3 transfers
- 9:47 PM12h11Fair Lawn, NJ9:58 AMBoston, MA$3291One-way3 transfers
- 6:52 AM4h41Fair Lawn, NJ11:33 AMBoston, MA$7661One-way2 transfers
- 8:14 AM4h25Fair Lawn, NJ12:39 PMBoston, MA$7661One-way2 transfers
- 9:03 AM4h36Fair Lawn, NJ1:39 PMBoston, MA$7661One-way2 transfers
- 11:33 AM4h37Fair Lawn, NJ4:10 PMBoston, MA$7661One-way2 transfers
- 6:52 AM4h41Fair Lawn, NJ11:33 AMBoston, MA$7661One-way2 transfers
- 4:56 PM4h50Fair Lawn, NJ9:46 PMBoston, MA$7661One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $320.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$610 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA:
A bus is $547 (€441) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA costing on average $610 (€492).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 58m.
Tickets start at around $610 (€492) compared to roughly $44 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-566.41 (€-456.73). The journey takes 5h 58m versus 3h 36m 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
Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:40 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 5h04 | 8:44 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 4:56 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 4h50 | 9:46 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 5:33 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 6h10 | 11:43 PM Boston, MA | 3 transfers | |
| 5:45 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 5h13 | 10:58 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 9:47 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 12h11 | 9:58 AM Boston, MA | 3 transfers | |
| 11:17 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 10h07 | 9:24 AM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
| 6:52 AM Fair Lawn, NJ | 4h41 | 11:33 AM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 8:14 AM Fair Lawn, NJ | 4h25 | 12:39 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 9:03 AM Fair Lawn, NJ | 4h36 | 1:39 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 9:44 AM Fair Lawn, NJ | 5h36 | 3:20 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 11:33 AM Fair Lawn, NJ | 4h37 | 4:10 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 1:34 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 5h22 | 6:56 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
| 2:29 PM Fair Lawn, NJ | 5h12 | 7:41 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA
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Trains from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $320 (€258) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $320 (€258) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fair Lawn, NJ to Boston, MA
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
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