Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Back Bay Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | ||||
 | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to New York City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and New York City?
Boston, MA, US
- A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA - C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
New York City
- A
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to New York City by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to New York City start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £65. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to New York City?
The average train journey time from Boston to New York City is 3h 58m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 21m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Boston to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 53 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to New York City?
The earliest train from Boston to New York City departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 20:11.
Which is the best train operator from Boston to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to New York City?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Boston to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to New York City was searched and found on 8 Sept 2026 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to New York City as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £429 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2026-09-08.
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.
