The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Norwalk, CT for Boston, MA on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 239 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
12:45 AM3h30Norwalk, CT4:15 AMBoston, MA$861One-way0 transfers
11:34 AM3h31Norwalk, CT3:05 PMBoston, MA$1191One-way0 transfers
12:57 AM3h39Norwalk, CT4:36 AMBoston, MA$1581One-way0 transfers
12:45 AM3h30Norwalk, CT4:15 AMBoston, MA$861One-way0 transfers
11:34 AM3h31Norwalk, CT3:05 PMBoston, MA$1191One-way0 transfers
12:57 AM3h39Norwalk, CT4:36 AMBoston, MA$1581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $241 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $186 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA costing on average $241 (€195).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 38m.
Bus takes on average 4h 59m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€63) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.68 (€-29.68). The journey takes 3h 15m versus 2h 43m 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
Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
160 Northeast Regional | 9:56 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h34 | 1:30 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 9:56 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h39 | 1:35 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 10:48 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h34 | 2:22 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 10:48 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h28 | 2:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela | 11:56 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h19 | 3:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela | 11:56 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h12 | 3:08 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2250 NextGen Acela | 12:42 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h14 | 3:56 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2250 NextGen Acela | 12:42 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h59 | 3:41 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 1:04 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h18 | 4:22 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 1:04 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 4:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 1:48 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h27 | 5:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 1:48 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h36 | 5:24 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 NextGen Acela | 2:47 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h10 | 5:57 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 NextGen Acela | 2:47 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h04 | 5:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 2:57 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h29 | 6:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 2:57 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h35 | 6:32 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 3:48 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h35 | 7:23 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 3:48 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h29 | 7:17 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 5:49 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h29 | 9:18 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 5:49 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 9:13 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h34 | 11:26 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h28 | 11:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 6:34 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 9:58 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 6:34 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h31 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 7:49 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h22 | 11:11 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 7:49 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h27 | 11:16 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2290 Acela | 8:26 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h06 | 11:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2290 Acela | 8:26 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h01 | 11:27 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Norwalk, CT and Boston, MA from $19 (€16). 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 Norwalk, CT to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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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