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Trip Overview

The average train between Plainfield and Boston takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Plainfield 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.

5h 51m
Duration
256 mi
Distance
$247
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Bostontrain train Acela
5h 42m
$33–762

Plainfield to Boston train times

Trains run hourly between Plainfield and Boston. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Plainfield is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Boston at 1:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 256.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 51m

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

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.

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