The cheapest and fastest trains from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West New York, 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 West New York, NJ to Boston, MA will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
Of the 1 trains that leave West New York, NJ for Boston, MA on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
11:12 PM4h38West New York, NJ3:50 AMBoston, MA$1811One-way0 transfers
11:12 PM4h38West New York, NJ3:50 AMBoston, MA$1811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for West New York, NJ to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA 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 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $174 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA costing on average $99 (€80).
A bus is $136 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA costing on average $174 (€140).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 7m.
Bus takes on average 4h 18m.
Tickets start at around $99 (€80) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.81 (€-24.04). The journey takes 4h 7m versus 3h 45m 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
West New York, NJ to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for West New York, NJ to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:12 PM West New York, NJ | 4h38 | 3:50 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA
Trains from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from West New York, NJ to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between West New York, NJ and Boston, MA from $25 (€20). 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 West New York, NJ to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West New York, 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 West New York, 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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