The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartford, 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 Hartford, CT to Boston, MA will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Hartford, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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€48 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hartford, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional | 12:15 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h35 | 4:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional | 12:15 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h28 | 4:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional | 1:14 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h01 | 5:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional | 1:14 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 3h56 | 5:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
141 Northeast Regional · 190 Northeast Regional | 9:51 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 7h15 | 5:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
141 Northeast Regional · 190 Northeast Regional | 9:51 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 7h08 | 4:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional | 12:39 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h20 | 4:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional | 12:39 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h27 | 5:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
471 Valley Flyer · 172 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 5h59 | 8:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
471 Valley Flyer · 172 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 5h51 | 8:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional | 5:39 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h13 | 9:52 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional | 5:39 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h06 | 9:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional | 9:29 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 5h37 | 3:06 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional | 9:29 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 5h31 | 3:00 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 20:18 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and Boston, MA from $26 (€21). 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 Hartford, CT to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, 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 Hartford, CT to Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
- 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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