The cheapest and fastest trains from Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$310
Average price
$315
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perth Amboy, 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 Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $315 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $310.
It's difficult to get from Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
4:35 AM5h23Perth Amboy, NJ9:58 AMBoston, MA$3101One-way1 transfer
9:16 AM6h04Perth Amboy, NJ3:20 PMBoston, MA$3101One-way1 transfer
1:08 PM5h48Perth Amboy, NJ6:56 PMBoston, MA$3101One-way1 transfer
5:31 PM6h39Perth Amboy, NJ12:10 AMBoston, MA$3181One-way2 transfers
6:59 AM6h05Perth Amboy, NJ1:04 PMBoston, MA$3281One-way2 transfers
6:53 AM4h40Perth Amboy, NJ11:33 AMBoston, MA$7541One-way1 transfer
5:05 PM4h41Perth Amboy, NJ9:46 PMBoston, MA$7541One-way1 transfer
7:54 AM4h45Perth Amboy, NJ12:39 PMBoston, MA$7541One-way1 transfer
2:53 PM4h48Perth Amboy, NJ7:41 PMBoston, MA$7541One-way1 transfer
8:49 AM4h50Perth Amboy, NJ1:39 PMBoston, MA$7541One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $145. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $145, and a train costs an average of $244.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$389 Average price | $145 Average price Cheapest |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:53 AM Perth Amboy, NJ | 4h40 | 11:33 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:59 AM Perth Amboy, NJ | 6h05 | 1:04 PM Boston, MA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:54 AM Perth Amboy, NJ | 4h45 | 12:39 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
![]() | 12:20 AM Perth Amboy, NJ | 9h04 | 9:24 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:35 AM Perth Amboy, NJ | 5h23 | 9:58 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $244 (€198) but you can travel from only $145 (€118) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $244 (€198) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Perth Amboy, NJ and Boston, MA from $145 (€118). 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 Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perth Amboy, 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 Perth Amboy, NJ to Boston, MA
- 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
- 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
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