The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT to Boston, MA will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stamford, CT for Boston, MA every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stamford, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 £69.
Distance: 252 km
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£57 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Stamford, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Stamford, CT to Boston, MA trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 11:34 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 14:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 11:34 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h31 | 15:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 12:49 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h22 | 16:11 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 12:49 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h27 | 16:16 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 14:56 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h39 | 18:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 14:56 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h34 | 18:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 15:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h28 | 19:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 15:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h34 | 19:22 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 18:04 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 21:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 18:04 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h18 | 21:22 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 18:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h27 | 22:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 18:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h36 | 22:24 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 19:47 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h04 | 22:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 19:47 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h10 | 22:57 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 19:57 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h35 | 23:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 19:57 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h29 | 23:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 20:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h29 | 00:17 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 20:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h35 | 00:23 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2254 Acela | 21:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h58 | 00:46 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2254 Acela | 21:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h02 | 00:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 22:49 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h29 | 02:18 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 22:49 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 02:13 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
168 Northeast Regional | 00:52 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h28 | 04:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 00:52 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h34 | 04:26 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA run on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Stamford, CT and Boston, MA from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stamford, CT to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT and Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Washington Blvd.
- Colony Grill
- Barcelona Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa
- The Lloyd Stamford, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Sheraton Stamford Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for Metro-North Railroad
- Hall 2: platforms 4-5 for Amtrak services
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- Bus: CT Transit Stamford
- 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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