The cheapest and fastest trains from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$343
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $343 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
Of the 10 trains that leave Lakewood, NJ for Boston, MA on Tue, May 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 365 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 5 h 48 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.
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional5:52 PM6h23Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$1331One-way1 transfer
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional5:52 PM6h18Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ12:10 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$1331One-way1 transfer
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional2:51 PM6h38Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ9:29 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2741One-way1 transfer
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional2:51 PM6h45Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ9:36 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2741One-way1 transfer
172 Northeast Regional9:48 AM5h32Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ3:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$4211One-way0 transfers
172 Northeast Regional9:48 AM5h32Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ3:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$4211One-way0 transfers
172 Northeast Regional9:48 AM5h40Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ3:28 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$4211One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional6:02 PM5h41Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ11:43 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$4211One-way0 transfers
174 Northeast Regional1:12 PM5h44Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ6:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$4661One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional6:02 PM5h48Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ11:50 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$4211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $93. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $93, and a train costs an average of $125.
Distance: 226 miles (365 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$227 Average price | $155 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA:
A flight is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA costing on average $227 (€184).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 37m.
Tickets start at around $227 (€184) compared to roughly $55 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-172.49 (€-139.16). The journey takes 6h 2m versus 4h 43m 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
Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
172 Northeast Regional | 9:48 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 5h32 | 3:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 9:48 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 5h40 | 3:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 1:12 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 5h44 | 6:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 1:12 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 5h52 | 7:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 2:51 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 6h38 | 9:29 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 2:51 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 6h45 | 9:36 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€101) but you can travel from only $93 (€75) by flight.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€101) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 7:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Lakewood, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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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