The cheapest and fastest trains from Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$251
Average price
$421
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $421 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $251.
It's difficult to get from Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 211 miles (341 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$109 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (341 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 211 miles (341 km) |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 23:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Metuchen, NJ and Boston, MA from $58 (€46). 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 Metuchen, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, 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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