The cheapest and fastest trains from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 1 trains that leave Framingham, MA for Albany, NY on Thu, May 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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.
1:25 PM4h45Framingham, MA6:10 PMAlbany, NY$691One-way0 transfers
1:25 PM4h45Framingham, MA6:10 PMAlbany, NY$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Framingham, MA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $539.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$150 Average price | $650 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 36m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY:
A bus is $101 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY costing on average $150 (€120).
A bus is $601 (€482) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY costing on average $650 (€522).
Other travel options to Albany, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 45m.
Flight takes on average 11h 36m.
Tickets start at around $150 (€120) compared to roughly $31 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-119.05 (€-95.46). The journey takes 4h 45m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Framingham, MA to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Framingham, MA to Albany, NY trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:25 PM Framingham, MA | 4h45 | 6:10 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY
Trains from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Framingham, MA and Albany, NY from $37 (€30). 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 Framingham, MA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Framingham, MA to Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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