Train from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on January 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Trenton Transit CenterCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Boston Route 128, MA
Trenton Transit CenterFastest
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Trenton Transit CenterNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
South Station (Train Terminal)
Trenton Transit CenterNo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Trenton Transit CenterNo tags

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Get from Boston to Trenton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 5 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34train per day
5h 32mAverage Duration
241 milesDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to Trenton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Trenton start from $44. The average price for this train route is around $110. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to Trenton?

    The average train ride duration from Boston to Trenton is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 241 miles (388 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Boston to Trenton route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 34 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Trenton?

    The earliest train departs from Boston to Trenton at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Boston to Trenton?

    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 15 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Trenton?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Boston to Trenton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Trenton?

    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
01/24
$195
01/25
$195
Today
$105
01/27
$73
01/28
$54
01/29
$105
01/30
$148
01/31
$73
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $54

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 Trenton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $732 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2026-01-28.

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