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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Union City, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$239
Average price
$239
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union City, 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 Union City, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $239 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $239.
Of the 5 trains that leave Union City, NJ for Boston, MA on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
Union City, NJ - Boston, MACompare Amtrak, Amtrak Acela
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Union City, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union City, NJ to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €168.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€123 Average price | €185 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Union City, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Union City, NJ to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:27 AM Union City, NJ | 4h05 | 9:32 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:44 AM Union City, NJ | 4h21 | 10:05 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:41 AM Union City, NJ | 4h25 | 12:06 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:57 AM Union City, NJ | 3h42 | 11:39 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:46 AM Union City, NJ | 4h25 | 1:11 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union City, NJ to Boston, MA
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Trains from Union City, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€78) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€78) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Union City, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Union City, NJ and Boston, MA from $42 (€34). 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 Union City, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union City, 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 Union City, 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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