The cheapest and fastest trains from Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$208
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hoboken, 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 Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 24 trains that leave Hoboken, NJ for Boston, MA on Thu, Mar 05, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
164 Northeast Regional
82 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
150 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
2252 Acela
2252 Acela
2248 Acela
162 Northeast Regional
150 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
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4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
194 Northeast Regional | 9:57 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h27 | 2:24 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 9:57 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h34 | 2:31 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
168 Northeast Regional | 12:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h36 | 4:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 12:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h30 | 4:30 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 2:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h21 | 3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 11:53 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 4:07 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 11:53 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h09 | 4:02 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h16 | 6:16 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h11 | 6:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 3:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h07 | 7:08 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 3:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h13 | 7:14 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela | 4:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h06 | 8:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela | 4:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 8:29 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
233 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 4:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 9h12 | 1:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
233 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 4:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 9h04 | 1:24 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
152 Northeast Regional | 5:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h23 | 9:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 5:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h16 | 9:30 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 6:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 10:29 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 6:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 10:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 Acela | 7:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h50 | 10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 Acela | 7:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h59 | 11:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 11:40 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h35 | 11:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 8:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 12:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 8:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h32 | 12:33 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 01:56 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Hoboken, NJ and Boston, MA from $25 (€20). 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 Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hoboken, 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 Hoboken, NJ to Boston, MA
- 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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