How to travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, while a flight costs an average of $543.

Distance: 172 miles (278 km)

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Compare ways to travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA

Compare the available ways to get from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA is a bus with an average price of $57 (€48).

This is compared to other travel options from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA:

A bus is $102 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $158 (€133).

A bus is $487 (€409) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $543 (€456).

The fastest way to travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 22m.

Flight takes on average 5h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New Rochelle, NY and Boston, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $158 (€133) compared to roughly $52 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$106 (-€89). The journey takes 3h 53m versus 3h 6m 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.

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

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

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FAQs: Travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA

Travel to Boston, MA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA.

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There are 3 options to travel between New Rochelle, NY and Boston, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA is a bus with an average price of $57 (€48).

This is compared to other travel options from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA:

A bus is $102 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $158 (€133).

A bus is $487 (€409) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA costing on average $543 (€456).

The fastest way to travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 22m.

Flight takes on average 5h 31m.

The distance from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA is approximately 172 miles (278 km).
The average frequency per day from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA is:
  • Around 71 flights per day.
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New Rochelle, NY and Boston, MA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA:
  • Flights mostly depart from LaGuardia Airport and arrive in Edward L. Logan International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from New Rochelle Station, New Rochelle, NY and arrive in South Station, Boston, MA.
  • Buses mostly depart from New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station and arrive in Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Go Buses to go to Boston, MA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Boston, MA by train.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, Republic Airlines, JetBlue Airways, psa airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Boston, MA by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound, Go Buses.
  • 17 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 19 direct flights per day with United, Republic Airlines, JetBlue Airways.
Omio customers who travel from New Rochelle, NY to Boston, MA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Providence, RI. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Boston, MA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Boston, MA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Explore the historic streets of Beacon Hill and take a scenic walk along the Charles River Esplanade. Visit the Boston Public Library and enjoy a guided tour of the USS Constitution. Discover Quincy Market's vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Common, and the New England Aquarium.
To fully experience Boston, MA, plan for 3 to 4 days to explore its historic sites, museums, and neighborhoods.
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