The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Cheapest price
$260
Average price
$272
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY will cost around $272 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $260.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY without transferring at least once.
173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service11:46 AM7h36Back Bay station, Boston, MA7:22 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2601One-way1 transfer
173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service11:40 AM7h42South Station, Boston, MA7:22 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2601One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack6:51 PM14h53Back Bay station, Boston, MA9:44 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2641One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf6:45 PM13h58South Station, Boston, MA8:43 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2641One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf6:51 PM13h52Back Bay station, Boston, MA8:43 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2641One-way1 transfer
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express9:26 AM6h16Back Bay station, Boston, MA3:42 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2811One-way1 transfer
173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service11:46 AM6h22Back Bay station, Boston, MA6:08 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2641One-way1 transfer
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express9:20 AM6h22South Station, Boston, MA3:42 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2811One-way1 transfer
137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service1:43 PM6h25Back Bay station, Boston, MA8:08 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2641One-way1 transfer
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service8:18 AM6h27Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:45 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$2811One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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$99 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Beacon, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Beacon, NY trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 10:35 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h10 | 6:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 10:40 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h05 | 6:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 transfer | |
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 12:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h02 | 7:42 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 transfer | |
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 12:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h57 | 7:42 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 9:21 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Beacon, NY from $60 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Beacon, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Beacon, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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