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Museum of Fine Arts
Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NH to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham, NH to Boston, MA will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 5 trains from Durham, NH to Boston, MA, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
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Trains from Durham, NH to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Durham, NH to Boston, MA.
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NH to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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688 Downeaster | 18:17 Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h28 | 19:45 North Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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680 Downeaster | 6:25 Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 7:50 North Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
682 Downeaster | 8:25 Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 9:50 North Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
684 Downeaster | 13:02 Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h28 | 14:30 North Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
686 Downeaster | 15:00 Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1h25 | 16:25 North Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
Atmospheric museum displaying Isabella Stewart Gardner’s art collection in a Venetian-style palace with a celebrated courtyard.
Engaging science museum on the Charles River with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and live presentations for varied ages.
Linear park through central Boston with gardens, monuments and historic edges, ideal for a relaxed city walk.
Historic pedestrian-friendly route connecting major Revolutionary sites across Boston, Charlestown and the North End.
Revived waterfront district with harbour walks, green spaces, public art and contemporary architecture along the Seaport.
Creamy soup of clams, potatoes and salt pork. A New England staple closely tied to Boston’s maritime history.
Slow-baked beans sweetened with molasses and often salt pork. The dish helped give Boston its historic nickname, Beantown.
A chilled seafood roll of lobster meat in a toasted split-top bun, usually with butter or mayonnaise. A classic summer New England treat.
Stylish seafood restaurant on the waterfront, popular for oysters, lobster rolls and harbour views in a polished setting.
Refined dining room serving contemporary New England seafood with elegant presentation and a formal atmosphere.
Busy Italian bakery and café in the North End, best known for cannoli, lobster tails and strong coffee in a lively setting.
Boston is pricier than many US cities, with high hotel rates and restaurant prices, though public transport is fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. In cafés, round up or add $1-2 for barista drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NH 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.

Most Durham, NH to Boston, MA trains use the Durham Station to North Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Durham, NH and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Durham Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Durham Station.
ATMs are available at Durham Station.
Available at Durham Station: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham Station.
North Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Fours, Tavern in the Square North Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at North Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at North Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at North Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at North Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Boston Downtown/North Station, citizenM Boston North Station, The Boxer Boston.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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