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The cheapest and fastest trains from Waltham, MA to New York, NY
Showing times and prices for Apr 02
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
295 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waltham, MA to 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 Waltham, MA to New York, NY will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Waltham, MA for New York, NY on Thu, Apr 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 10 h 5 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.
11:15 AM4h07Waltham, MA3:22 PMNew York, NY$251One-way0 transfers- 12:52 AM3h57Waltham, MA4:49 AMNew York, NY$321One-way0 transfers
- 5:57 PM10h05Waltham, MA4:02 AMNew York, NY$1401One-way0 transfers
- 12:52 AM3h57Waltham, MA4:49 AMNew York, NY$321One-way0 transfers
- 11:15 AM4h07Waltham, MA3:22 PMNew York, NY$251One-way0 transfers
- 5:57 PM10h05Waltham, MA4:02 AMNew York, NY$1401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Waltham, MA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waltham, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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$67 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Waltham, MA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Waltham, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 2153 Acela | 9:55 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h53 | 1:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2153 Acela | 10:01 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h47 | 1:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional | 10:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 2:22 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional | 10:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 2:22 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2155 NextGen Acela | 11:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 2:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2155 NextGen Acela | 11:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h30 | 2:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 171 Northeast Regional | 12:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h15 | 4:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 171 Northeast Regional | 12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 4:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2159 Acela | 1:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 4:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2159 Acela | 1:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h36 | 4:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 93 Northeast Regional | 1:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h27 | 5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 93 Northeast Regional | 1:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 85 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h09 | 6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 85 Northeast Regional | 2:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2163 NextGen Acela | 3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 6:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2163 NextGen Acela | 3:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h38 | 6:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 173 Northeast Regional | 3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h12 | 7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 173 Northeast Regional | 3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 4:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h12 | 3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
| 449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 4:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h05 | 3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
| 2167 Acela | 5:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h45 | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2167 Acela | 5:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h39 | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 137 Northeast Regional | 5:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h32 | 10:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 137 Northeast Regional | 5:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 10:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2171 NextGen Acela | 7:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h58 | 11:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 Northeast Regional | 7:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h23 | 11:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2171 NextGen Acela | 7:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 11:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 11:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 177 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h22 | 1:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 177 Northeast Regional | 9:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 1:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2193 NextGen Acela | 10:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 3h41 | 1:46 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2193 NextGen Acela | 10:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h35 | 1:46 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 67 Northeast Regional | 10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 67 Northeast Regional | 10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h11 | 3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 Northeast Regional | 11:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h02 | 3:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 Northeast Regional | 11:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h57 | 3:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
| 12:52 AM Waltham, MA | 3h57 | 4:49 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY
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Trains from Waltham, MA to New York, NY run on average 31 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $24 (€19)
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $24 (€19)
Train companies: Amtrak from Waltham, MA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Waltham, MA and New York, NY from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 57m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
Amtrak frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Waltham, MA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waltham, MA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Waltham, MA to New York, NY can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $25 (€20), while the average price is around $67 (€55).
The train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY takes 3h 36m and runs 31 per day.
The distance by train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY is 183 miles (295 km).
The first train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY leaves at 5:00 AM.
The last train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY leaves at 9:29 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY.
Yes, there is a direct train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY. This service operates 30 times per day, provided by Amtrak, Amtrak.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Waltham, MA to New York, NY.
The train station in Waltham, MA that goes to New York, NY is South Station, Boston, MA, which connects to Penn Station, New York, NY.
The cheapest way to get from Waltham, MA to New York, NY is by bus, with a cost of around $24 (€19).
The train journey from Waltham, MA to New York, NY offers views of charming New England landscapes, including wooded areas and small towns, but much of the trip passes through urban and industrial regions, making it more functional than scenic.
A day trip from Waltham, MA to New York, NY is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 36m. However, there are 34 train trips available per day.
For a well-rounded experience in New York, NY, 4 to 5 days are recommended to explore major attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, and various museums, while also allowing time for dining and local neighborhood exploration.
Yes, you can take the train from Waltham, MA to New York, NY.
Since neither Waltham, MA nor New York, NY are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from New York, NY include Philadelphia, PA, New Haven, CT, Newark, NJ, Trenton, NJ, Stamford, CT.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Waltham, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In New York, NY, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Times Square and on subway platforms. Common scams include fake ticket sellers near popular attractions and unauthorized taxi services overcharging passengers. It's important to use official transportation apps or authorized taxi stands and to stay alert in busy public spaces to avoid theft and fraud.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Waltham, MA to New York, NY
Waltham
New York
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
Distance to city center
4 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
Lockers
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
Dining
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
Accessibility
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Hotel
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
Information Desk
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Public transit options for Penn Station
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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