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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

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.

173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service

11:40AM7h30

South Station, Boston, MA

07:10PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY

$1871One-way

1 transfer

173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service

11:46AM7h24

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

07:10PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY

$1871One-way

1 transfer

137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service

01:37PM7h38

South Station, Boston, MA

09:15PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY

$2161One-way

1 transfer

93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express

09:26AM7h23

Back Bay station, Boston, MA

04:49PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY

$2161One-way

1 transfer

137 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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Most popular Train	Bus
€46 Average price	€41 Average price Cheapest
5h 50m Average duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 11m Average duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, June 24

Last updated at 2:00 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
95 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service	10:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA	7h41	5:51 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
95 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service	10:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	7h36	5:51 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service	12:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA	7h36	7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service	12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	7h30	7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express	1:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA	7h29	8:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express	1:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	7h23	8:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service	3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA	7h30	11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service	3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA	8h48	12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service	3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	7h24	11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service	3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	8h42	12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service	5:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA	7h38	1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service	5:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	7h32	1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack	10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA	15h05	1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf	10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA	15h05	1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack	10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	14h59	1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf	10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA	14h59	1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY	1 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.

Trains

from $107

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

Direct trains

Fastest train

5h 20m

First train

17:50

Last train

17:50

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY 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 Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY.

Cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY can start from as little as $33 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY is $87 (€70); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Boston, MA and Rensselaer, NY is on average 5 h 20 min for the 138 mile (222 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY leaves at 5: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY leaves at 8: 00 PM.

Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Rensselaer, NY. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Rensselaer, NY from Boston, MA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 00 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Boston, MA to Rensselaer, NY by train is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Boston, MA and Rensselaer, NY including taking a train or bus.

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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