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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for its global collections spanning ancient to contemporary works.
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
7 h 37 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middletown, NY 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 Middletown, NY to Boston, MA will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
Of the 1 trains that leave Middletown, NY for Boston, MA on Thu, Jul 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 37 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 7 h 37 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middletown, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$128 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Middletown, NY to Boston, MA:
A train is $46 (€38) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Middletown, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $173 (€143).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Middletown, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 7:51 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h37 | 3:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 7:51 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h29 | 3:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 11:10 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h54 | 7:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 11:10 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h46 | 6:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 2:46 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 9h29 | 12:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 2:46 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 9h24 | 12:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 8:40 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 13h25 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 8:40 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 13h18 | 9:58 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Middletown, NY to Boston, MA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 7h 37m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 7h 37m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middletown, NY 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.

Most Middletown, NY to Boston, MA trains use the Poughkeepsie Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Middletown, NY and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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