The average train between Newark and Boston takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Newark 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.
Trains run hourly between Newark and Boston. The earliest departure is at 1:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Boston at 12:15 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newark station and arriving at Boston station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.
Newark to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.
Book your Newark to Boston train tickets online with Amtrak Acela and Amtrak Northeast Regional.
The distance between Newark and Boston is 315.6 km. The road distance is 388 km.
Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–750 and the journey takes 4h 24m. Amtrak Northeast Regional also services this route every 3 hours.
