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New Jersey to Boston University trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between New Jersey and Boston University takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from New Jersey 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.

5h 1m
Duration
242 mi
Distance
$159
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Bostontrain train Acela
4h 27m
$135–206

New Jersey to Boston University train times

Trains run every 3 hours between New Jersey and Boston University. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from New Jersey is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Boston University at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 20m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 24m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 44m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 12m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 24m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 44m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 12m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 24m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 44m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 12m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 42m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from New Jersey 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 New Jersey to Boston University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 241.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between New Jersey, USA and Boston University, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–750 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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