The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 20 trains that leave Fairfield, CT for Boston, MA on Tue, Nov 18, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.
178 Northeast Regional
178 Northeast Regional
170 Northeast Regional
170 Northeast Regional
176 Northeast Regional
86 Northeast Regional
184 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
170 Northeast Regional
190 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€54 Average price | €117 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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66 Northeast Regional | 12:05 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h00 | 3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 12:05 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h53 | 2:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 2:04 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h02 | 5:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 2:04 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h55 | 4:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 3:09 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h02 | 6:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 3:09 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h55 | 6:04 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 5:16 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h12 | 8:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 5:16 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h04 | 8:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 6:55 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h57 | 9:52 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 6:55 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h50 | 9:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 8:45 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h11 | 11:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 8:45 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h19 | 12:04 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 11:37 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h59 | 2:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 11:37 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h52 | 2:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
94 Northeast Regional | 12:00 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h00 | 3:00 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 12:00 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h06 | 3:06 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 1:33 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h10 | 4:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 1:33 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h17 | 4:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 2:13 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 3h02 | 5:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 2:13 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h57 | 5:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:47 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Fairfield, CT and Boston, MA from $19 (€15). 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 Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT to Boston, MA
- 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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