The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton, MA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton, MA 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 Northampton, MA to Boston, MA will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 2 trains that leave Northampton, MA for Boston, MA on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 8 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Northampton, MA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton, MA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$66 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Northampton, MA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton, MA to Boston, MA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:01 PM Northampton, MA | 6h31 | 1:32 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton, MA to Boston, MA
Trains from Northampton, MA to Boston, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 19:47 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Northampton, MA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Northampton, MA and Boston, MA from $23 (€19). 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 Northampton, MA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton, MA 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 Northampton, MA 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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