How much is the train ticket from Boston to Trenton?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Trenton start from $44. The average price for this train route is around $155. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Trenton?

The average train ride duration from Boston to Trenton is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 242 miles (390 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Boston to Trenton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 35 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Trenton?

The earliest train departs from Boston to Trenton at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Train Boston to Trenton from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:12am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 18m	3:30pm	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 3m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 47m	2:57pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 31m	12:21am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 3m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 47m	2:57pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 20m	1:15am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	8:11pm	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 4m	1:15am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	3:02pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	3:02pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	11:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 23m	5:03pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 17m	2:57pm	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	8:11pm	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 4m	1:15am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	3:02pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	3:02pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	12:15pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	6:01pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:47pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 21m	1:08am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 3m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 47m	2:57pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:47pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 21m	1:08am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 3m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 47m	2:57pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Trenton on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:47pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 21m	1:08am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 3m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 47m	2:57pm	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	11:28am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

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Get from Boston to Trenton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 5 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35train per day

5h 32mAverage Duration

242 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,782 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5782 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Amtrak Boston Trenton recent customer reviews

Everything was good

Norma A.

December 30, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Trenton?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Trenton start from $44. The average price for this train route is around $155. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Trenton?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Trenton is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 242 miles (390 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Trenton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 35 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Trenton?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Trenton at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/30

$150

03/31

$107

Today

$169

04/02

$200

04/03

$199

04/04

$107

04/05

$221

04/06

$197

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US was searched and found on Mar 31, 2026 with a price of $107

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $107 to $897 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Trenton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2026-04-04.