The cheapest and fastest trains from Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 2 trains that leave Iselin, NJ for Boston, MA on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$155 Average price | $170 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 23:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, NJ Transit from Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, NJ Transit trains will get you between Iselin, NJ and Boston, MA from $38 (€30). 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 Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ to Boston, MA
- 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM Saturday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week with multiple entry points.
- Le Malt Lounge
- Jose Tejas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- APA Hotel Woodbridge
- Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel
- Extended Stay America - Edison - Raritan Center
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and NJ Transit services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus 48, 801, 802
- Train: Amtrak Northeast Corridor Line, NJ Transit Northeast Corridor 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
- 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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