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The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$187

Average price

$250

Fastest journey

7 h 23 m

Average duration

7 h 27 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

222 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $250 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $187.

Fast trains

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

Amtrak173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service
11:40AM7h30
South Station, Boston, MA
07:10PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
$1871One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service
11:46AM7h24
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
07:10PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
$1871One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service
01:37PM7h38
South Station, Boston, MA
09:15PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
$2161One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express
09:26AM7h23
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
04:49PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
$2161One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service
01:43PM7h32
Back Bay station, Boston, MA
09:15PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
$2161One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Bus

€46

Average price

€41

Average price

Cheapest

5h 50m

Average duration

5h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average duration

Fastest

3h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, June 24
Last updated at 2:00 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak95 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service10:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA
7h41
5:51 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak95 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service10:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
7h36
5:51 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service12:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA
7h36
7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
7h30
7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express1:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA
7h29
8:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express1:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
7h23
8:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA
7h30
11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA
8h48
12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
7h24
11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
8h42
12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service5:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA
7h38
1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service5:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
7h32
1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA
15h05
1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA
15h05
1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
14h59
1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer
amtrak67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA
14h59
1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1 transfer

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

The best time to book your train from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY 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 Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY

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Trains from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)
Distance
137 miles (222 km)
Average train duration
5h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$33 (€27)
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
5h 20m
First train
17:50
Last train
17:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)

Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets between Boston, MA and Rensselaer, NY from $15 (€12) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

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

  • Average Duration: 5 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY

Boston
Rensselaer
The major train station for departures in Boston is South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at South Station for your trip from Boston to Rensselaer.
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
13
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
Dining
Dining
  • Legal Sea Foods
  • Tavern in the Square
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • InterContinental Boston
  • The Langham, Boston
  • Boston Harbor Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
  • Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
  • Bus terminal located on the upper level.
Public transit options for South Station
  • Subway: Red Line
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
Dining
Dining
  • Sorellina
  • Atlantic Fish Company
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Copley Square Hotel
  • The Westin Copley Place
  • Fairmont Copley Plaza
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
  • Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
Public transit options for Back Bay Station
  • Subway: Orange Line
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
The major train station for arrivals in Rensselaer is Albany-Rensselaer Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Albany-Rensselaer Station for your journey to Rensselaer from Boston.
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Amenities at train station
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the station.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $1
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station has a main entrance with an enclosed waiting area.
Public transit options for Albany-Rensselaer Station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Taxi services are also accessible.

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