The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Brookline, MA
Cheapest price
$243
Average price
$341
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Brookline, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Brookline, MA will cost around $341 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $243.
Of the 30 trains that leave New York, NY for Brookline, MA on Tue, Dec 23, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
184 Northeast Regional
2150 Acela
2166 Acela
2168 Acela
2150 Acela
2172 AcelaTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Brookline, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Brookline, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€94 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €128 Average price |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Brookline, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Brookline, MA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM New York, NY | 4h30 | 5:30 PM Brookline, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM New York, NY | 3h48 | 2:58 AM Brookline, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 PM New York, NY | 4h20 | 4:10 AM Brookline, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
2190 Acela | 10:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h57 | 2:24 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2190 Acela | 10:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h05 | 2:32 PM South 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 | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 2:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Brookline, MA
Trains from New York, NY to Brookline, MA run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Brookline, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between New York, NY and Brookline, MA from $29 (€23). 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 New York, NY to Brookline, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Brookline, 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 Brookline, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Brookline, MA
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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