Albany, NY to Boston, MA train

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Cheap train tickets from Albany, NY to Boston, MA

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
250 Empire Service
06:25AM7h57
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
02:22PMSouth Station, Boston, MA
$2801One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
250 Empire Service
06:25AM7h51
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
02:16PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$2801One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
284 Empire Service
01:05PM8h15
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
09:20PMSouth Station, Boston, MA
$3131One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
284 Empire Service
01:05PM8h09
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
09:14PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$3131One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
256 Empire Service
02:10PM9h49
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
11:59PMSouth Station, Boston, MA
$3321One-way
1 transfer

Albany, NY to Boston, MA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
250 Empire Service
06:25AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY7h57 02:22PM South Station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
250 Empire Service
06:25AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY7h51 02:16PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
260 Empire Service
08:10AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY9h14 05:24PM South Station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
260 Empire Service
08:10AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY9h05 05:15PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
238 Empire Service
12:10PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY7h40 07:50PM South Station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
238 Empire Service
12:10PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY7h36 07:46PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
284 Empire Service
01:05PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY8h15 09:20PM South Station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
284 Empire Service
01:05PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY8h09 09:14PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
256 Empire Service
02:10PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY9h49 11:59PM South Station, Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak
256 Empire Service
02:10PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY9h42 11:52PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Albany, NY to Boston, MA?

The best time to book your train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Albany, NY to Boston, MA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Albany, NY to Boston, MA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA.

Fastest train times from Albany, NY to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Fastest Journey

7 h 36 m

Average

8 h 31 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

223 km

It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Amtrak
238 Empire Service
12:10PM7h36
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
07:46PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$3741One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
238 Empire Service
12:10PM7h40
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
07:50PMSouth Station, Boston, MA
$3741One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
250 Empire Service
06:25AM7h51
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
02:16PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$2801One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
250 Empire Service
06:25AM7h57
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
02:22PMSouth Station, Boston, MA
$2801One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
284 Empire Service
01:05PM8h09
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
09:14PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA
$3131One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA

distanceDistance138 miles (223 km)
durationAverage train duration4 h 57 min
priceAverage train ticket price$97 (€83)
frequencyTrain frequency2 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 2 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesAmtrak or Amtrak Acela

Trains from Albany, NY to Boston, MA cover the 138 miles (223 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 57 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $31 (€26), but the average price of train tickets is $97 (€83).

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Albany, NY to Boston, MA trains

Travel between Albany, NY and Boston, MA from $25 (€21) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak and Amtrak Acela! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Albany, NY to Boston, MA train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Albany, NY to Boston, MA

FAQs: Travel by train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Albany, NY to Boston, MA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Albany, NY to Boston, MA can start from as little as $31 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Albany, NY to Boston, MA is $97 (€83); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA is 4 h 57 min   to travel the 138 mile (223 km) long trip, with around there are 2 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA leaves at 10: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA leaves at 11: 40 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Albany, NY to Boston, MA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Boston, MA. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Albany, NY to Boston, MA.
For the journey from Albany, NY to Boston, MA you can take a train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Albany, NY and Boston, MA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 40 PM.
A trip to Boston, MA from Albany, NY is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 57 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Albany, NY to Boston, MA by train is April.
You have options as you can travel to Boston, MA from Albany, NY 2 different ways: train or bus.

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