Boston to New Bedford by train
New Bedford lies 81 km (50 mi) south of Boston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 6 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 99 km (62 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Boston | New Bedford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 653,833 | 101,079 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | South Station, North Station, Back Bay station | New Bedford station |
| Postal codes | 02108–02298 | 02740–02746 |
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Common questions
How far is New Bedford from Boston?
81 km (50 mi) in a straight line, south of Boston; by road roughly 99 km (62 mi).
How long does it take to get from Boston to New Bedford by train?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Boston and New Bedford?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.