The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamden, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamden, 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 Hamden, CT to Boston, MA will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Hamden, CT to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional7:42 PM4h01Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT11:43 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$311One-way1 transfer
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional7:42 PM4h08Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT11:50 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$311One-way1 transfer
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional8:42 PM3h28Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT12:10 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$501One-way1 transfer
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional8:42 PM3h33Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$501One-way1 transfer
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional4:57 PM5h03Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT10:00 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$751One-way1 transfer
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional8:42 PM3h28Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT12:10 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$501One-way1 transfer
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional8:42 PM3h33Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$501One-way1 transfer
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional1:07 PM3h38Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT4:45 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2371One-way1 transfer
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional1:07 PM3h45Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT4:52 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2371One-way1 transfer
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional8:06 AM3h53Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT11:59 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamden, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamden, CT to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $341.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$24 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $341 Average price |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamden, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamden, CT to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
141 Northeast Regional · 190 Northeast Regional | 9:21 AM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 6h45 | 4:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
141 Northeast Regional · 190 Northeast Regional | 9:21 AM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 6h38 | 3:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 4h00 | 4:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 3h53 | 3:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
471 Valley Flyer · 172 Northeast Regional | 1:57 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 5h23 | 7:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
471 Valley Flyer · 172 Northeast Regional | 1:57 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 5h31 | 7:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 3h38 | 8:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 3h45 | 8:52 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional | 8:57 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 5h03 | 2:00 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional | 8:57 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 5h09 | 2:06 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional | 11:42 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 4h01 | 3:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional | 11:42 PM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 4h08 | 3:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, April 3 | |||||
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional | 12:42 AM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 3h28 | 4:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional | 12:42 AM Wallingford Station, Wallingford, CT | 3h33 | 4:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamden, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Hamden, CT to Boston, MA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hamden, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hamden, CT and Boston, MA from $24 (€20). 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 Hamden, CT to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamden, 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 Hamden, CT to Boston, MA
- 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
- 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
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