The average train between Boston and Somerville takes 5h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Somerville. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Somerville. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Somerville at 2:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 56m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Boston to Somerville? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Boston to Somerville. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at Somerville station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.
Boston to Somerville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Somerville train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Somerville station.
The distance between Boston and Somerville is 356.1 km. The road distance is 396 km.
You can take a train from Boston to Somerville via Newark Penn Station in around 6h 7m.