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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Short Hills takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Boston to Short Hills. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 56m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
$424
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Boston to Short Hills train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Boston and Short Hills. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Short Hills at 1:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit6h • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 35m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit6h • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 25m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 25m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit5h 42m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 30m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Short Hills? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 251.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Short Hills, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $120–200 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours.

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