The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$312
Average price
$646
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA will cost around $646 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $312.
It's difficult to get from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
10:02 AM5h18Oceanside, NY3:20 PMBoston, MA$3121One-way1 transfer
1:04 PM5h52Oceanside, NY6:56 PMBoston, MA$3121One-way1 transfer
6:59 PM5h11Oceanside, NY12:10 AMBoston, MA$3121One-way1 transfer
4:28 AM4h56Oceanside, NY9:24 AMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
6:44 AM4h49Oceanside, NY11:33 AMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
3:03 PM4h38Oceanside, NY7:41 PMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
4:06 PM4h38Oceanside, NY8:44 PMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
6:44 AM4h49Oceanside, NY11:33 AMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
6:05 PM4h53Oceanside, NY10:58 PMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
4:28 AM4h56Oceanside, NY9:24 AMBoston, MA$7571One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $122, and a flight costs an average of $280.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$184 Average price | $122 Average price Cheapest | $280 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $184 (€148).
A bus is $158 (€128) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $280 (€227).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Bus takes on average 7h 35m.
Tickets start at around $184 (€148) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-138.69 (€-112.13). The journey takes 4h 21m versus 3h 48m 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
Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:28 AM Oceanside, NY | 4h56 | 9:24 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:44 AM Oceanside, NY | 4h49 | 11:33 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Oceanside, NY | 5h27 | 12:39 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Oceanside, NY | 5h04 | 1:39 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:02 AM Oceanside, NY | 5h18 | 3:20 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:04 AM Oceanside, NY | 5h06 | 4:10 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:04 PM Oceanside, NY | 5h52 | 6:56 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Oceanside, NY | 4h38 | 7:41 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:06 PM Oceanside, NY | 4h38 | 8:44 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:36 PM Oceanside, NY | 5h10 | 9:46 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:05 PM Oceanside, NY | 4h53 | 10:58 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:59 PM Oceanside, NY | 5h11 | 12:10 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA
Trains from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA run on average 31 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $184 (€148) but you can travel from only $122 (€99) by bus.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 19:52. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $184 (€148) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 7:52 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Long Island Rail Road from Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA trainsLong Island Rail Road trains will get you between Oceanside, NY and Boston, MA from $122 (€99). 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 Oceanside, NY to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oceanside, NY 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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