- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts
Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£43
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£253
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
7 h 12 m
Trains on 01 Oct
12
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rensselaer, NY 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 Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA will cost around £253 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 12 trains from Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 51 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.
448 Lake Shore Limited
448 Lake Shore Limited
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional
448 Lake Shore Limited
448 Lake Shore Limited
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast RegionalThe table below shows live departures for Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 6:50 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 8h30 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 6:50 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 8h38 | 15:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 10:05 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 8h59 | 19:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
280 Empire Service · 2152 Acela | 10:05 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 27h51 | 13:56 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
280 Empire Service · 2152 Acela | 10:05 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 27h45 | 13:50 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 10:05 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 8h51 | 18:56 Back Bay 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 | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 13:49 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h26 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 15:27 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h05 | 20:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 15:27 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h57 | 20:24 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Rensselaer, NY to Boston, MA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 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 222 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 19:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Boston, MA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Boston, MA trip today.
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.
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.

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.
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 options are available at Albany-Rensselaer Station.
Ticket office support is available at Albany-Rensselaer Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Albany-Rensselaer Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Albany-Rensselaer Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Albany-Rensselaer Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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 options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
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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