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Compare bus, train, and flight for Plainville, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plainville, CT to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $553.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$77 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $581 Average price |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Plainville, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Plainville, 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 |
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417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional | 11:25 PM Berlin Station, Berlin, CT | 4h18 | 3:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional | 11:25 PM Berlin Station, Berlin, CT | 4h25 | 3:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, April 3 | |||||
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional | 12:25 AM Berlin Station, Berlin, CT | 3h45 | 4:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional | 12:25 AM Berlin Station, Berlin, CT | 3h50 | 4:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plainville, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Plainville, CT to Boston, MA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
FAQs: Trains from Plainville, CT to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plainville, 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 Plainville, 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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