Boston to Newark train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Boston to Newark by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Boston to Newark take around 1 hour and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 54 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Boston is scheduled to depart at around  06:13. The last departure is usually at around 20:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Boston at around 06:10, with the last train leaving at around 21:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$29.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Newark, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Newark.

Is there a direct train from Boston to Newark?

The journey between Boston and Newark usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Boston to Newark every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Boston to Newark?

The Boston to Newark train travel takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Boston to Newark train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Newark leaving Boston at around 06:13 and the last train leaving at around 20:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Boston at around 06:10, with the final departure at 21:54.