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Travel Information to New York, NY from Boston, MA

distanceDistance189 miles (305 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$27 - $62
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $27 (€25) • 3 h 48 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $62 (€56) • 1 h 29 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Spirit Airlines or Amtrak

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 189 miles (305 km) to New York, NY from Boston, MA. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus, Spirit Airlines or Amtrak among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Boston, MA to New York, NY.

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from Boston, MA to New York, NY

How to get from Boston, MA to New York, NY by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Boston, MA to New York, NY is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

OurBusTHE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
07:00AM4h30
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA
11:30AMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
$291One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
OurBusTHE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
07:00AM4h30
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA
11:30AMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
$291One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Republic AirlinesAA4533
10:20AM1h18
Edward L. Logan International Airport
11:38AMLaGuardia Airport
$3401One-way
0 transfers
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Amtrak177 Northeast Regional
05:35PM4h17
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
09:52PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$971One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak177 Northeast Regional
05:30PM4h22
South Station, Boston, MA
09:52PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$971One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak179 Northeast Regional
07:52PM3h57
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
11:49PMPenn Station, New York, NY
$1361One-way
0 transfers
Go Buses
07:00AM4h15
Cambridge, Alewife
11:15AMNew York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY
$331One-way
0 transfers
Go Buses
09:00AM4h15
Cambridge, Alewife
01:15PMNew York, Go Buses Station Manhattan (451 W 30th St), NY
$391One-way
0 transfers
OurBusTHE COACH COMPANY DOT # 427705 MC # 95883
11:00AM4h15
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street, MA
03:15PMNew York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
$361One-way
0 transfers
Spirit AirlinesNK1841 · NK1558
08:35PM13h10
Edward L. Logan International Airport
09:45AMNewark Liberty International Airport
$1571One-way
1 transfer
Republic AirlinesAA4721
09:34AM1h26
Edward L. Logan International Airport
11:00AMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
$3401One-way
0 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4543
01:26PM1h33
Edward L. Logan International Airport
02:59PMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
$3401One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Boston to New York City

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Boston to New York City, 81,54% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Boston to New York City and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Amtrak from Boston to New York travel information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 43 min
  • Cheapest Price: $26
  • Amtrak frequency: 7 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Boston to New York travel information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $36
  • FlixBus frequency: 7 a day

American Airlines is one of the leading airlines in the USA and the world; they offer Main Cabin, Business and First Class tickets for your journey

Travel information from Boston to New York with American Airlines:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 17 min
  • Cheapest Price: $158

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