The cheapest and fastest trains from Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pittsfield, 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 Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Pittsfield, MA for Boston, MA on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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 train, bus, and flight for Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $192.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$61 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $491 Average price |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 13m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 PM Pittsfield, MA | 3h54 | 1:24 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA
Trains from Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:50, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 12:50 |
Last train 17:30 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Pittsfield, MA and Boston, MA from $18 (€15). 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 Pittsfield, MA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pittsfield, 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 Pittsfield, 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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