Trains tickets from New York to Boston (MA), US

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Today25 Apr
from US$103
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$134
Sun27 Apr
from US$117
Mon28 Apr
from US$85
Tue29 Apr
from US$39
Wed30 Apr
from US$39
Thu1 May
from US$61
Fri2 May
from US$85

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train New York to Boston: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$83
Average train trip duration4h 4m
Number of daily trains58
Earliest train departure05:27
Distance187 miles
Latest train departure21:29

New York to Boston Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Boston

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from New York to Boston cost?

    The average train ticket price from New York to Boston is US$83. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York to Boston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from New York to Boston?

    A train trip between New York and Boston is around 4h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 190 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between New York and Boston?

    The number of trains from New York to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 58. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
US$81
24/04
US$103
Today
US$103
26/04
US$134
27/04
US$117
28/04
US$85
29/04
US$39
30/04
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York to Boston was searched and found on 29 Apr 2025 with a price of US$39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York to Boston as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$596 for a train ticket from New York to Boston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-04-29.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between New York and Boston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Boston.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Boston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between New York and Boston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from New York to Boston and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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