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Manhattan to Boston University trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manhattan and Boston University takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Manhattan to Boston University. 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 26m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
$70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bostontrain train Acela
4h
$60–137

Manhattan to Boston University train times

Trains run hourly between Manhattan and Boston University. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manhattan is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Boston University at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 37m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 34m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA3h 54m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 34m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 31m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 1m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 14m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 37m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 21m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 13m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA4h 28m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 13m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 17m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manhattan to Boston University? 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 Boston University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Boston University, 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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