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Trip Overview

The average train between Newark and Boston University takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Newark 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 3m
Duration
242 mi
Distance
$73
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Bostontrain train Acela
4h 27m
$62–143

Newark to Boston University train times

Trains run hourly between Newark and Boston University. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Boston University at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 24m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 31m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 4m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 30m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 9m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 19m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 33m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 44m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA5h 14m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA4h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 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 Newark 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.

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  • Distance: 241.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, 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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