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Montclair State University (Station) to Boston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Montclair State University (Station) and Boston takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Montclair State University (Station) to Boston. 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 53m
Duration
251 mi
Distance
$73
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bostontrain train Acela
5h 25m
$58–153

Montclair State University (Station) to Boston train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Montclair State University (Station) and Boston. The earliest departure is at 12:51 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Montclair State University (Station) is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Boston at 10:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Montclair Heights and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrak6h 13m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitAmtrak Acela5h 15m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitAmtrak Acela4h 48m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitAmtrak Acela5h 28m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 250.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Montclair State University (Station), NJ, USA and Boston, 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 47m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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