The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ
Cheapest price
$208
Average price
$328
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ 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 Iselin, NJ will cost around $328 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
Of the 22 trains that leave Boston, MA for Iselin, NJ on Thu, Apr 02, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
95 Northeast Regional6:10 AM4h55South Station, Boston, MA11:05 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2081One-way0 transfers
95 Northeast Regional6:15 AM4h50Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:05 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2081One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela6:01 AM4h24Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:25 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2261One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela5:55 AM4h30South Station, Boston, MA10:25 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2261One-way0 transfers
93 Northeast Regional9:26 AM5h06Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:32 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$3191One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela6:01 AM4h24Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:25 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2261One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela5:55 AM4h30South Station, Boston, MA10:25 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2261One-way0 transfers
95 Northeast Regional6:15 AM4h50Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:05 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2081One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional7:52 PM4h50Back Bay station, Boston, MA12:42 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$3191One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional11:46 AM4h53Back Bay station, Boston, MA4:39 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$3191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
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$152 Average price | $166 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:57 PM Boston, MA | 10h58 | 4:55 AM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 PM Boston, MA | 5h10 | 4:55 AM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
2153 Acela | 9:55 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h30 | 2:25 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 10:01 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h24 | 2:25 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 10:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 4h55 | 3:05 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 10:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h50 | 3:05 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h03 | 5:15 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h57 | 5:15 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ
Trains from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Iselin, NJ from $38 (€31). 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 Iselin, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ 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 Iselin, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Iselin, NJ
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM Saturday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week with multiple entry points.
- Le Malt Lounge
- Jose Tejas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- APA Hotel Woodbridge
- Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel
- Extended Stay America - Edison - Raritan Center
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and NJ Transit services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus 48, 801, 802
- Train: Amtrak Northeast Corridor Line, NJ Transit Northeast Corridor Line
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