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Trip Overview

The average train between Manhattan and Back Bay takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Manhattan to Back Bay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 6m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
$75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Manhattan to Back Bay train times

Trains run hourly between Manhattan and Back Bay. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manhattan is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Back Bay at 12:10 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 53m • Direct
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    train train 4h 22m • Direct
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    train train 4h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 45m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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    train train 4h 18m • Direct
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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    train train 4h 18m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 4h 30m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manhattan to Back Bay? 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.

Map of how to get from Manhattan to Back Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Back Bay, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–750 and the journey takes 3h 36m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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