This is the cheapest price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a train to Boston departing on 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all trains or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Book train tickets to Boston
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular providers for trips to Boston that are departing in the next months. While these deals were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return train deals to Boston
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3
7:12 pm - 11:50 pmNew York Penn Station- Boston South Station
4h 38mnonstop
7:47 pm - 11:49 pmBoston South Station- New York Penn Station
Train tickets to Boston are on average 11% less expensive on Tuesdays
Train tickets to Boston are on average 6% more expensive on Wednesdays
(avg. price over the last 2 weeks)
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Top tips for finding Boston train tickets
There are several major train stations in the Boston area, including Back Bay Station, North Station, and South Station. While Back Bay Station can be found just south of Copley Square, North Station is located right next to the neighborhoods of West End and Downtown Crossing. South Station is conveniently placed near downtown, right next to Summer Street and Atlantic Avenue.
Those that will be taking a train to Boston for work-related reasons may want to arrive at South Station. This is the station in the city that is closest to downtown, which is considered to be Boston’s business and financial district. When you arrive here, you’ll be just a short walk from many different office buildings and banks.
Back Bay Station has a variety of amenities and facilities for passengers to benefit from, including public restrooms, payphones, and an ATM if you need to take out any cash after your train to Boston has arrived. There are also several vending machines which sell a selection of light snacks and refreshments. When walking through the station, make sure to keep your eyes open for the different installations from local artists that are on display.
Most train tickets to Boston are sold through Amtrak, so this will likely be the company that you will travel with. Amtrak allows customers to bring several things onboard at no cost, including two carry-ons and two personal items. You may also bring up to two standard pieces of luggage for free, as well as two additional pieces of luggage, but these will require you to pay a small fee. Items like bicycles, snowboards, and strollers can be brought on board, but you may be required to pay for these as well.
Looking for cheap train tickets to Boston? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Boston for the following prices or less: From Saco $56, from Bridgeport $73, from New Haven $116
Boston's most searched train station on KAYAK is Boston Back Bay. It is located 2 km from the city center.
You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Boston in the evening.
FAQs when traveling to Boston by train
What is the most popular train station in Boston?
Boston Back Bay and Boston South Station are the most searched stations in Boston by KAYAK users.
Which train companies travel to Boston?
Amtrak and Acela are popular train companies operating in Boston.
How long is the train journey to Boston from the closest popular cities?
New York to Boston - 4h 09m
Portland to Boston - 2h 32m
New Haven to Boston - 2h 20m
Providence to Boston - 0h 41m
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