The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£167
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Trains per day
10
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Albany, NY will cost around £167 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 10 trains that leave Boston, MA for Albany, NY every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 15 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
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express
449 Lake Shore Limited
449 Lake Shore Limited
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire ServiceTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a coach 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 coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 223 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £380 Average Price |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 23m Average total duration 11h 23m 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 |
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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 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 23:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 15h05 | 14:50 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 23:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 15h05 | 14:50 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
67 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 23:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 14h59 | 14:50 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
67 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 23:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 14h59 | 14:50 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 11:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 9h20 | 20:45 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
195 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 11:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 9h15 | 20:45 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 13:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 8h29 | 21:49 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
99 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 13:25 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h24 | 21:49 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 17:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h20 | 23:10 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 17:57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h13 | 23:10 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
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 5h 13m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
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 £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: Boston, MA to Albany, NY train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and 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
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