The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Boston, MA for Waterbury, CT on Wed, Nov 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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 Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €151.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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€51 Average price | €448 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:47 PM Boston, MA | 2h55 | 2:42 AM Waterbury, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 10:10 AM Boston, MA | 5h05 | 3:15 PM Waterbury, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Boston, MA | 4h36 | 5:56 PM Waterbury, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT
Trains from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Boston, MA and Waterbury, CT from $22 (€18). 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 Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Waterbury, CT
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 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
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