The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NH to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NH 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 Durham, NH to Boston, MA will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Durham, NH for Boston, MA on Thu, Dec 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
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Compare train and bus for Durham, NH to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NH to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€20 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham, NH to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NH to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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684 Downeaster | 5:55 PM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 7:20 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
686 Downeaster | 7:50 PM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 9:15 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
688 Downeaster | 12:40 AM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 2:05 AM North Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
680 Downeaster | 11:25 AM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 12:50 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
682 Downeaster | 1:25 PM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 2:50 PM North Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NH to Boston, MA
Trains from Durham, NH to Boston, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NH to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NH and Boston, MA from $14 (€11). 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 Durham, NH to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NH 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 Durham, NH to Boston, MA
- 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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