The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Albany, NY will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 18 trains that leave Boston, MA for Albany, NY on Thu, Jan 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest trains will take 7 h 27 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.
449 Lake Shore Limited
449 Lake Shore Limited
137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service
95 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service
95 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service
449 Lake Shore Limited
449 Lake Shore Limited
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express
173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire ServiceTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €336.
Distance: 223 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€194 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €564 Average price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Boston, MA to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Albany, NY trains for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 1:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h33 | 8:45 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 1:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h27 | 8:45 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 2:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h29 | 9:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 2:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h23 | 9:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service | 4:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h30 | 12:10 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service | 4:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h48 | 1:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
173 Northeast Regional · 237 Empire Service | 4:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h24 | 12:10 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
173 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service | 4:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h42 | 1:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 5:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h20 | 11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 5:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h13 | 11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service | 6:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h38 | 2:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
137 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service | 6:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h32 | 2:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 11:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 15h05 | 2:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 11:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 15h05 | 2:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 11:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 14h59 | 2:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 11:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 14h59 | 2:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Boston, MA to Albany, NY by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jan 29
Jan 30
Jan 31
Feb 01
Feb 02
Feb 03
Feb 04
Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Trains from Boston, MA to Albany, NY run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €86 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 7h 23m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €86 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 23m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 19:41 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Albany, NY from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
- 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
Most popular train connections from Boston, MA
More options for your journey from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
