The cheapest and fastest trains from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bangor, ME for Boston, MA on Sat, Dec 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bangor, ME to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €157.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€62 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €387 Average price |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 43m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bangor, ME to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Bangor, ME to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8279 AMTRAK · 684 Downeaster | 12:00 PM Bangor, ME | 7h20 | 7:20 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
8265 AMTRAK · 686 Downeaster | 4:00 PM Bangor, ME | 5h15 | 9:15 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA
Trains from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 11:50 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bangor, ME and Boston, MA from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bangor, ME to Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Nashua Street.
- The Fours
- Tavern in the Square North Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Courtyard Boston Downtown/North Station
- citizenM Boston North Station
- The Boxer Boston
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to New Hampshire, Maine, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Subway connections
- Subway: Green Line, Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
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