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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$337
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, 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 South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY will cost around $337 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.
Of the 15 trains that leave South Station, Boston, MA for Penn Station, New York, NY on Sun, Jul 19, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
2265 NextGen Acela11:10 AM3h54South Station, Boston, MA3:04 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1841One-way0 transfers
139 Northeast Regional4:40 PM4h26South Station, Boston, MA9:06 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2351One-way0 transfers- 149 Northeast Regional12:15 PM4h23South Station, Boston, MA4:38 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2351One-way0 transfers
- 165 Northeast Regional3:10 PM4h21South Station, Boston, MA7:31 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2351One-way0 transfers
- 135 Northeast Regional1:40 PM4h12South Station, Boston, MA5:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2351One-way0 transfers
- 2267 Acela1:05 PM3h43South Station, Boston, MA4:48 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5091One-way0 transfers
- 2293 Acela6:15 PM3h51South Station, Boston, MA10:06 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$4211One-way0 transfers
- 2265 NextGen Acela11:10 AM3h54South Station, Boston, MA3:04 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1841One-way0 transfers
- 2255 NextGen Acela7:15 AM3h55South Station, Boston, MA11:10 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$3361One-way0 transfers
- 2259 NextGen Acela9:15 AM3h56South Station, Boston, MA1:11 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$5091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$127 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY:
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $195 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY costing on average $232 (€191).
Other travel options to Penn Station, New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-64.78 (€-53.18). The journey takes 4h 9m versus 3h 50m 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
South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 2271 Acela | 3:35 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 7:33 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 167 Northeast Regional | 4:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2293 NextGen Acela | 6:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h51 | 10:06 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 | |
| 169 Northeast Regional | 7:55 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h04 | 11:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 195 Northeast Regional | 6:35 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h16 | 10:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2255 NextGen Acela | 7:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h55 | 11:10 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 99 Northeast Regional | 8:40 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h16 | 12:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2259 NextGen Acela | 9:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h56 | 1:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 161 Northeast Regional | 9:40 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 1:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 87 Northeast Regional | 9:58 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h30 | 2:28 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2265 NextGen Acela | 11:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h54 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
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Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 12:47 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between South Station, Boston, MA and Penn Station, New York, NY from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from South Station, MA to Penn Station, NY
Traveling between South Station in Massachusetts and Penn Station in New York City is a convenient journey made easy by Amtrak. With frequent departures throughout the day, you can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the way. The trip typically takes around 3 to 4 hours, making it an ideal option for both business travelers and tourists looking to explore the vibrant culture of NYC after departing from Boston's historic charm.
Train Connection: South Station, MA to Penn Station, NY
The train connection between South Station in Massachusetts and Penn Station in New York offers a direct service with a duration of 3 hours and 39 minutes. There are up to 5 connections available each day, making it convenient for travelers looking to journey between these two cities.
Train Connection: South Station, MA to Penn Station, NY
The first daily journey departs from South Station at 10:00 AM, providing an early start for travelers heading to New York City. The last train of the day leaves Penn Station at 11:45 PM, allowing late-night arrivals for those wishing to maximize their time in the city.
Train Tickets Price from South Station, MA to Penn Station, NY
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between South Station in Massachusetts and Penn Station in New York is $13 (11.7€). This offers a budget-friendly option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities while enjoying convenient rail transportation.
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FAQs: Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Penn Station, New York, NY
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