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Straight-Line Distance
~190 miles (306 km) measured directly between central Boston, MA and central New York City.
Driving Distance
~215 miles (346 km) via I-95 and I-91, taking around 4 to 4.5 hours in normal traffic.
Train Journey Time
Amtrak's Acela Express takes about 3.5 hours; the Northeast Regional takes 4 to 4.5 hours.
Time Zone
Boston, MA and New York are in the same time zone (Eastern Time), so there is no time difference.
Which Boston? Confirming the Right City
"Boston" refers to more than one place, so it's worth double-checking before you calculate a route or book travel:
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- The large US city on the East Coast covered on this page
- ~190 miles (306 km) from New York City
- Well-served by Amtrak, flights, and I-95
Boston, Lincolnshire, UK
- A market town in eastern England, not the US city
- Around 3,300+ miles from New York, across the Atlantic
- If this is what you meant, use the search box above to check UK routes
How to Calculate the Distance Between Boston, MA and New York
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Type "Boston, Massachusetts" or a specific area like South Station, in the "From" field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Boston, Massachusetts from New York?
Boston, Massachusetts is approximately 190 miles (306 km) from New York City as the crow flies. By road the distance is closer to 215 miles (346 km).
Is this the Boston in England or the one in the US?
This page covers Boston, Massachusetts, USA — the major East Coast city. There is also a much smaller Boston in Lincolnshire, England, which is thousands of miles from New York across the Atlantic.
How long does it take to drive from Boston to New York?
Driving takes around 4 to 4.5 hours in normal conditions via I-95 and I-91, longer if there's heavy traffic through Connecticut.
How long is the train from Boston to New York?
Amtrak's Acela Express takes about 3.5 hours, while the more affordable Northeast Regional takes 4 to 4.5 hours.
Is there a time difference between Boston and New York?
No. Both cities are in the US and use the same Eastern Time zone, so there is no time difference between them.
| Route | Distance | Travel Time | Calculate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston → New York (full guide) | ~190 mi (306 km) | Acela ~3.5h / drive ~4-4.5h | Full Guide |
| New York → London | ~3,450 mi (5,550 km) | ~7-8h flight | Calculate |
For the full travel guide with train and driving options, see our Boston to New York distance page.