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New Rochelle - Boston Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 9 daily train trips between New Rochelle and Boston. The average train journey from New Rochelle to Boston takes 3 hours and 52 minutes, but some Amtrak Northeast Regional train trips are as short as 3 hours and 38 minutes.

Distance173 mi (278 km)
Fastest train3h 38m
Lowest price€14.08
Trains per day19
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines1

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from New Rochelle to Boston

(Based on 8 ratings and reviews)

4.8

5.0

Lee

18 August 2023- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

The announcement was not loud enough that should be improved. Even though there are charging outlets on the train but they are malfunction, I tried four of them.

5.0

Alexandra

25 July 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Beautiful scenery and fast travel. Cons: Fix the seats that many wouldn't recline. Tips: Don't go to the quiet car if you want to talk!

5.0

Gregoire

4 July 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Shape and on time. Cons: Keep up he good work.

4.0

Jerrell

26 October 2021- Solo travel

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Quiet car. Cons: Add more trips in the morning.

4.0

Tara

23 May 2021- Solo travel

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Nice and quiet! Cons: Cleaning up at the end of a trip. Tips: Clean up after yourselves.. choose a car either In the front or back.. the middle cars are always crowded. Also, if u have time, choose the quiet car. It will be noted in the car.

What is the price of a train ticket from New Rochelle to Boston?

Over the past month, a train ticket between New Rochelle and Boston cost €51.23, on average. Booking your trip at least 25 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €85.42 more.

Average prices by travel date

€127€84€42AprMay

Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from New Rochelle to Boston will vary between €38 and €120. Planning a train trip to Boston within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from New Rochelle over the next 7 days is €43. 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.

Monthly average prices

€117€94€70€47€23MJJASONDJFMA
You can find the lowest prices on this route during September. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from New Rochelle to Boston, with the average price at just €61. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to €106. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

€141€113€84€56€283020100

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Boston from New Rochelle will be about €85.42 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Which train should you take from New Rochelle to Boston?

Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects New Rochelle to Boston. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Northeast Regional93h 52m€80.78

  • The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 9 daily train trips from New Rochelle to Boston, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between New Rochelle and Boston is approximately 173 miles, or 278 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 52 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 38 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from New Rochelle to Boston on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs New Rochelle at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 19 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 Rochelle.

City Information

New Rochelle

New Rochelle is one of the largest cities in New York, also known as New Rock or New Rock City. The city is home to Broadway, the iconic street known for having theaters. The NY city is known for its diverse history and unsurpassed beauty, especially since it offers many outdoor recreational opportunities. New Rochelle offers a lot of beach clubs and parks, taking most of the space on the coastline. On the Five Islands Park and Glen Island Park, you can enjoy a view of the coast and beach. It is also home to museums like the Thomas Paine Cottage Museum and Pelham Art Center.

Although Broadway makes up a big part of the nightlife at New Rochelle, the city has different pubs, social bars, lounges, and nightclubs. A couple of local breweries, cideries, and wineries in the city add to the dining spots, especially in Downtown New Rochelle.

New Rochelle is known for being easily accessible, and you can get there by train or phone from tens of other cities. By train, you can visit the city through Amtrak Northeast Regional and other Amtrak services. There are many more bus lines, with over 100 scheduled trips from Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, New York Trailways, and more.

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Station Information

Where is the train station in New Rochelle?

Main departure station: Metro-North Station - 1 Railroad Plz

There is one train station in New Rochelle.

All train stations in New Rochelle:

  • Metro-North Station - 1 Railroad Plz

Where is the train station in Boston?

Main arrival station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St

Boston receives travelers from New Rochelle at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Boston:

  • Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St

  • South Station

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