20:275h05Rensselaer, NY1:32Boston, MA£381One-way0 changes
19:275h05Rensselaer, NY0:32Boston, MA£671One-way0 changes
23:4014h25Rensselaer, NY14:05Boston, MA£1201One-way0 changes
20:275h05Rensselaer, NY1:32Boston, MA£381One-way0 changes
19:275h05Rensselaer, NY0:32Boston, MA£671One-way0 changes
23:4014h25Rensselaer, NY14:05Boston, MA£1201One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA
The cheapest option from Rensselaer to Boston is train, with an average price of £41. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Rensselaer to Boston among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 222 km
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5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 18m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 13:49 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h26 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 13:49 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h21 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 15:27 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h57 | 20:24 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 15:27 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h05 | 20:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 19:40 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 14h18 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 19:40 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 14h25 | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA
Typically, there are 10 trains per day from Rensselaer to Boston, including 1 direct trains, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Lowest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 19:41 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rensselaer, NY 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
Important Stations and Airports in Rensselaer, NY and Boston, MA
Most Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA trains use the Albany-Rensselaer Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Rensselaer, NY and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rensselaer, NY station do trains to Boston, MA leave from?
Getting to Albany-Rensselaer Station from Rensselaer city centre
Albany-Rensselaer Station train station facilities and services
Albany-Rensselaer Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Albany-Rensselaer Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Albany-Rensselaer Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Albany-Rensselaer Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Albany-Rensselaer Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Albany-Rensselaer Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Which Boston, MA station do trains from Rensselaer, NY arrive at?
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South 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 and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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