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The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$225
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wellesley, 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 Wellesley, MA to New York, NY will cost around $225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 37 trains that leave Wellesley, MA for New York, NY on Thu, Jul 02, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
85 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional
171 Northeast Regional
2193 Acela
2165 Acela
2193 Acela
2167 Acela
2155 NextGen AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wellesley, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $53.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wellesley, MA to New York, NY:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wellesley, MA to New York, NY costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $182 (€150) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wellesley, MA to New York, NY costing on average $220 (€182).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 15m.
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€65) compared to roughly $55 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.67 (€-20.33). The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 43m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Wellesley, MA to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:01 PM Wellesley, MA | 4h01 | 3:02 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:14 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h37 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h07 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:25 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h57 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h45 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:28 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h56 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h46 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h36 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h21 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:36 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h11 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h03 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:37 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h52 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2165 Acela | 11:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2165 Acela | 11:31 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h33 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:46 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h06 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:57 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h55 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h05 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
2167 Acela | 1:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h44 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 1:15 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h35 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional | 1:25 PM Framingham Station, Framingham, MA | 9h37 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional | 1:25 PM Framingham Station, Framingham, MA | 10h24 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h26 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:54 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h15 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 3h52 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h17 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:25 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h43 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:32 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h06 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wellesley, MA to New York, NY run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
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One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum known for iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major natural history museum with dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly science collections.
The city's iconic urban park with lakes, paths, lawns, and landmarks spread across the heart of Manhattan.
World-famous entertainment crossroads known for giant screens, nonstop energy, and a classic New York atmosphere.
Elevated linear park built on a former rail line, with gardens, art, and distinctive Hudson-side views.
Large, thin-crust slices with a crisp edge and foldable center, sold in classic neighborhood pizzerias. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s Jewish deli and appetizing-store traditions.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, often served with mustard and a pickle. This deli staple is closely tied to New York’s immigrant food history.
Historic Manhattan steakhouse celebrated for mutton chop, steaks, and a refined classic New York atmosphere.
Legendary casual pizzeria known for classic New York-style slices with a no-frills neighborhood atmosphere.
Well-known spot for bagels, lox, smoked fish, and other Jewish appetizing classics in a polished but traditional setting.
New York is one of the priciest U.S. cities. Hotels, dining, and attractions are costly, though cheap eats and free sights help balance a budget.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis: 15-20%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Little or no tip for counter service.
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Most Wellesley, MA to New York, NY trains use the Back Bay Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Wellesley, MA and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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