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Compare train, bus, and flight for South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €68.
Distance: 199 miles (321 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€67 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €87 Average price |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:04 PM South Orange, NJ | 5h11 | 4:15 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 199 miles (321 km) distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 199 miles (321 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 01:56 |
Last train 20:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between South Orange, NJ and Boston, MA from $34 (€27). 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 South Orange, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Orange, 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 South Orange, NJ 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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