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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$314
Average price
$494
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $494 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $314.
It's difficult to get from Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
12:00 AM10h05Plainfield, NJ10:05 AMBoston, MA$3141One-way1 transfer- 9:00 AM6h28Plainfield, NJ3:28 PMBoston, MA$3141One-way1 transfer
- 12:45 PM6h19Plainfield, NJ7:04 PMBoston, MA$3141One-way1 transfer
- 5:56 AM5h48Plainfield, NJ11:44 AMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
- 7:33 AM5h12Plainfield, NJ12:45 PMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
- 3:41 PM5h08Plainfield, NJ8:49 PMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
- 7:33 AM5h12Plainfield, NJ12:45 PMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
- 2:36 PM5h12Plainfield, NJ7:48 PMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
- 4:34 PM5h18Plainfield, NJ9:52 PMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
- 5:40 PM5h23Plainfield, NJ11:03 PMBoston, MA$7651One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $148. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $148, and a train costs an average of $246.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$394 Average price | $148 Average price Cheapest |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 12:00 AM Plainfield, NJ | 10h05 | 10:05 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 5:56 AM Plainfield, NJ | 5h48 | 11:44 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 7:33 AM Plainfield, NJ | 5h12 | 12:45 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 8:05 AM Plainfield, NJ | 5h40 | 1:45 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 9:00 AM Plainfield, NJ | 6h28 | 3:28 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA
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Trains from Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $246 (€196) but you can travel from only $148 (€118) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:24. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $246 (€196) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 8:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: NJ Transit from Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between Plainfield, NJ and Boston, MA from $148 (€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 Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, NJ to Boston, MA
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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