The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
26
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 £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 26 trains that leave Stamford, CT for Boston, MA every day 26 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 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.
88 Northeast Regional15:483h35Stamford Station, Stamford, CT19:23South Station, Boston, MA£291One-way0 changes
88 Northeast Regional15:483h29Stamford Station, Stamford, CT19:17Back Bay station, Boston, MA£291One-way0 changes
168 Northeast Regional19:523h28Stamford Station, Stamford, CT23:20Back Bay station, Boston, MA£331One-way0 changes
168 Northeast Regional19:523h34Stamford Station, Stamford, CT23:26South Station, Boston, MA£331One-way0 changes
194 Northeast Regional17:493h24Stamford Station, Stamford, CT21:13Back Bay station, Boston, MA£481One-way0 changes
2250 NextGen Acela12:422h59Stamford Station, Stamford, CT15:41Back Bay station, Boston, MA£861One-way0 changes
2252 NextGen Acela14:473h10Stamford Station, Stamford, CT17:57Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1951One-way0 changes
2248 Acela11:563h12Stamford Station, Stamford, CT15:08Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1041One-way0 changes
2250 NextGen Acela12:423h14Stamford Station, Stamford, CT15:56South Station, Boston, MA£861One-way0 changes
2252 NextGen Acela14:473h16Stamford Station, Stamford, CT18:03South Station, Boston, MA£1951One-way0 changes
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 £43.
Distance: 252 km
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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, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2190 Acela | 6:14 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h11 | 9:25 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2190 Acela | 6:14 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h18 | 9:32 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 6:34 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h24 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 6:34 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h31 | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2192 Acela | 7:51 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h10 | 11:01 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2192 Acela | 7:51 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h16 | 11:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 8:33 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h33 | 12:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 8:33 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h26 | 11:59 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 8:47 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h57 | 11:44 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 8:47 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h46 | 11:33 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 11:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h40 | 15:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 11:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h32 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 13:17 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h05 | 16:22 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 13:17 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h53 | 16:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 13:27 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h18 | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 13:27 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h25 | 16:52 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 15:17 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h47 | 19:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 15:17 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h39 | 18:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 18:03 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h33 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 18:03 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h26 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 18:30 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h30 | 22:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 18:30 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h36 | 22:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 18:50 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h08 | 21:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 18:50 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h01 | 21:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 19:55 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h01 | 22:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 19:55 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h12 | 23:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 20:05 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h45 | 23:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 20:05 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h38 | 23:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 20:45 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h30 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 20:45 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 3h25 | 0:10 Back Bay 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 29 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Stamford, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Stamford, CT and Boston, MA from £14. 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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