The cheapest and fastest trains from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$280
Average price
$387
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA will cost around $387 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $280.
Of the 34 trains that leave John F. Kennedy International Airport for Boston, MA on Thu, Apr 02, 34 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 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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.
190 Northeast Regional7:41 AM4h18Penn Station, New York, NY11:59 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2801One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional7:50 PM4h20Penn Station, New York, NY12:10 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2801One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional7:12 PM4h31Penn Station, New York, NY11:43 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2801One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional7:50 PM4h25Penn Station, New York, NY12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2801One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional7:12 PM4h38Penn Station, New York, NY11:50 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2801One-way0 transfers
2150 NextGen Acela7:57 AM3h36Penn Station, New York, NY11:33 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$5461One-way0 transfers
2162 NextGen Acela12:34 PM3h36Penn Station, New York, NY4:10 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$5461One-way0 transfers
2168 Acela5:00 PM3h44Penn Station, New York, NY8:44 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$5461One-way0 transfers
2166 Acela3:59 PM3h46Penn Station, New York, NY7:45 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$5461One-way0 transfers
2172 NextGen Acela7:10 PM3h46Penn Station, New York, NY10:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$5461One-way0 transfers
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Compare bus, train, and flight for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
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Live departures
John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2190 NextGen Acela | 9:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h57 | 1:24 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2190 NextGen Acela | 9:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h05 | 1:32 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 9:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h21 | 2:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 9:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h14 | 1:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2192 Acela | 11:03 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h58 | 3:01 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2192 Acela | 11:03 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h04 | 3:07 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 11:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h18 | 3:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 11:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 4:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 NextGen Acela | 11:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h47 | 3:44 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 NextGen Acela | 11:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 3:33 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 12:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h26 | 5:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 12:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h19 | 5:04 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 3:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 7:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 3:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 7:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 4:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h36 | 8:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 4:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h48 | 8:22 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 4:37 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h15 | 8:52 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 4:37 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h08 | 8:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h35 | 11:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h27 | 10:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2166 Acela | 7:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h52 | 11:51 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2166 Acela | 7:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h46 | 11:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2168 Acela | 9:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h44 | 12:44 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2168 Acela | 9:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h49 | 12:49 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h29 | 1:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 1:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 9:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h28 | 2:06 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 9:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h22 | 2:00 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 11:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h57 | 3:07 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 11:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h46 | 2:56 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 11:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h31 | 3:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 11:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h38 | 3:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 11:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 4:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 11:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 4:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA
Trains from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Boston, MA from $24 (€19). 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 John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Boston, MA
- 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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