How much is the train ticket from Boston to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Newark start from R 630. The average price for this train route is around R 1 471. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Newark?

The average train journey time from Boston to Newark is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 304 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Newark route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 75 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Newark?

The earliest train from Boston to Newark departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 20:11.

Which is the best train operator from Boston to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Newark?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Boston to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Newark?

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.

Train Boston to Newark from R 588 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 50m	23:40	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 44m	11:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 54m	09:13	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 50m	14:15	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:15	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 5m	15:20	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	13:23	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 50m	17:13	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	06:20	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 56m	10:16	Penn Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 31m	11:21	Penn Station	No tags
Train	06:20	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 56m	10:16	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:11	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 24m	00:35	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	13:23	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 50m	17:13	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 31m	11:21	Penn Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 3m	11:33	Penn Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 31m	11:21	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:57	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 23m	16:20	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 44m	11:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 54m	09:13	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 50m	14:15	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 44m	11:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 54m	09:13	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 50m	14:15	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 44m	11:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 54m	09:13	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 50m	14:15	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Newark on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	10h 43m	23:40	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 44m	11:13	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 54m	09:13	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 26m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 50m	14:15	Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 574, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

5h 45mAverage duration

315 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 574 - R 2 822	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 630 - R 8 989	Average duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Newark, NJ?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Customers have expressed high satisfaction with the service, mentioning a very comfortable and memorable ride with great train amenities. Overall, they are very satisfied with the experience provided.

Amtrak Acela Boston Newark recent customer reviews

Very comfortable ride. The experience was very memorable. Great train amenities.

James S.

21 November 2023

Nice ride

Else K.

23 May 2024

Very good!

Maria G.

4 September 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Newark, NJ by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Newark start from R 630. The average price for this train route is around R 1 471. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Newark?
The average train journey time from Boston to Newark is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 304 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Newark route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 75 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Newark?
The earliest train from Boston to Newark departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 20:11.
Which is the best train operator from Boston to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Boston to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Newark?
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.

Best price found

09/12

R 1 505

10/12

R 2 145

Today

R 2 854

12/12

R 3 356

13/12

R 1 505

14/12

R 2 854

15/12

R 1 505

16/12

R 1 505

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 505

To 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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 505 to R 14 873 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 505, which is on 2025-12-13.

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.