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

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TodayApr 30
TomorrowMay 1
from $22
FriMay 2
from $117
SatMay 3
from $85
SunMay 4
from $85
MonMay 5
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TueMay 6
from $39
WedMay 7
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: South Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to Boston.

Average Price$19 - $169Average Duration4h 40m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$19 - $466Average Duration4h 4m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

89bus per day
4h 40mAverage Duration
$19Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Train New York to Boston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$86
Average train trip duration4h 4m
Number of daily trains58
Earliest train departure5:27am
Distance187 miles (301 km)
Latest train departure9:29pm

New York to Boston Train

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Boston

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/28
$85
04/29
$39
Today
$22
05/01
$22
05/02
$117
05/03
$85
05/04
$85
05/05
$85
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York to Boston was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $22

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 $22 to $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 $22 which is on 2025-05-01.

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.

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