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New York (State) to Boston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between New York (State) and Boston takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from New York (State) to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 26m
Duration
233 mi
Distance
$243
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bostontrain train Acela
4h 35m
$33–753

New York (State) to Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between New York (State) and Boston. The earliest departure is at 2:52 AM at night, and the last departure from New York (State) is at 7:39 PM which arrives into Boston at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer at 34 St-Penn Station and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 232.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between New York (State), USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–750 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Amtrak Northeast Regional also services this route every 3 hours.

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