The cheapest and fastest trains from Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$322
Average price
$593
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garfield, 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 Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $593 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $322.
It's difficult to get from Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA without transferring at least 2 times.
9:51 AM5h29Garfield, NJ3:20 PMBoston, MA$3221One-way2 transfers
1:42 PM5h14Garfield, NJ6:56 PMBoston, MA$3221One-way2 transfers
7:00 AM4h33Garfield, NJ11:33 AMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
8:01 AM4h38Garfield, NJ12:39 PMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
9:11 AM4h28Garfield, NJ1:39 PMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
9:11 AM4h28Garfield, NJ1:39 PMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
11:41 AM4h29Garfield, NJ4:10 PMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
7:00 AM4h33Garfield, NJ11:33 AMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
8:01 AM4h38Garfield, NJ12:39 PMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
5:05 PM4h41Garfield, NJ9:46 PMBoston, MA$7741One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $135. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $135, and a train costs an average of $248.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$416 Average price | $135 Average price Cheapest |
6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Garfield, NJ | 4h33 | 11:33 AM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Garfield, NJ | 4h38 | 12:39 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Garfield, NJ | 4h28 | 1:39 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:51 AM Garfield, NJ | 5h29 | 3:20 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Garfield, NJ | 4h29 | 4:10 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $248 (€198) but you can travel from only $135 (€108) by bus.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $248 (€198) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: NJ Transit from Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between Garfield, NJ and Boston, MA from $135 (€108). 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 Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garfield, 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 Garfield, NJ to Boston, MA
- 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
- 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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