Question 1

Is it safe to travel by train from New York to Boston during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

Is it worth taking the Acela over the Northeast Regional?

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The primary advantage of Acela is that it is faster than Amtrak's Northeast Regional train. In most cases, choosing the Acela will mean that you save 40 minutes to an hour on your one-way trip from NY to Boston. However, Acela tickets cost roughly $50 more than Northeast Regional tickets for any given travel date.
Whether the Acela is worth it will mostly depend on how much of a hurry you are in. There are some other benefits to the Acela, such as faster WiFi, larger tables, and a special cafe car.

Question 3

When are NY-Boston trains the most crowded?

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Trains from New York to Boston are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 4

Which trains can you take from NY to Boston?

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Amtrak service from New York City to Boston consists of the Northeast Regional train and the Acela train. The Northeast Regional is more affordable but slower, while the Acela is pricier but faster. Between the two, the Northeast Regional is the more popular option for most travelers, with 8 scheduled trips per day.

Question 5

What is a cheap ticket price for trains from New York to Boston?

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In the last month, $36.48 was the average price of a train ticket from New York, NY to Boston, MA.  You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 29 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $97.20 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from New York to Boston?

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There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 24 of these are direct connections to Boston. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Boston to New York. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Boston for $31.45.

Question 7

How long does the train take to get from New York City to Boston?

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Depending on whether you take the Amtrak Northeast Regional or the high-speed Acela train, the trip takes around 3.5 to 4.5 hours. With several additional stops in Connecticut and Rhode Island, the Northeast Regional can take up to an hour longer than the Acela to complete the 190-mile journey from New York to Boston.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs New York at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

Where is the train station in Boston?

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All trains from NYC will arrive at one of Boston's two major stations:

Question 10

Where is the train station in New York?

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All trains to Boston depart from New York City's primary station:

Question 11

Prices as travel date approaches

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If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Boston from New York will be about $97.20 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from New York to Boston will vary between  and . Planning a train trip to Boston within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from New York over the next 7 days is . Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 13

Monthly average prices

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If you are trying to decide when to travel from New York to Boston by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for . That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from New York to Boston in , expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Question 14

Need a return trip from Boston to New York?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Lowest price	$36.48
Fastest train	3h 35m
Trains per day	12
Train lines	3

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	8h 37m	$72.12
Amtrak Acela	4	3h 43m	$138.59
Amtrak Northeast Regional	8	4h 30m	$70.74

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