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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and South Orange takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Boston to South Orange. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 40m
Duration
248 mi
Distance
$423
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Boston to South Orange train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Boston and South Orange. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into South Orange at 1:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit11h 41m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 13m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 13m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit5h 30m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 13m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 13m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit5h 30m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit5h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to South Orange? 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.

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  • Distance: 247.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and South Orange, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $120–200 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours.

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