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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
€84
Average price
€179
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton, MA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newton, MA to New York, NY will cost around €179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
Of the 32 trains that leave Newton, MA for New York, NY on Sat, Aug 15, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
165 Northeast Regional
169 Northeast Regional
169 Northeast Regional
65 Northeast Regional
65 Northeast Regional
2267 Acela
2293 NextGen Acela
2265 NextGen Acela
2267 Acela
2255 NextGen AcelaOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newton, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€80 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €188 Average price | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Newton, MA to New York, NY:
A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newton, MA to New York, NY costing on average €80.
A bus is €149 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newton, MA to New York, NY costing on average €188.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
Flight takes on average 4h 9m.
Tickets start at around €80 compared to roughly €52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-28.24. The journey takes 3h 55m versus 3h 46m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Newton, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h45 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2165 Acela | 11:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h49 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2165 Acela | 11:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:46 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h12 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h05 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
2167 Acela | 1:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h50 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 1:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h32 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h22 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2193 Acela | 6:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2193 Acela | 6:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 6:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 7:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h02 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h57 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Newton, MA to New York, NY run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton, MA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newton, MA to New York, NY trains use the Back Bay Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newton, MA and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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