How much does a train ticket cost from Schenectady to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Boston start from €16. The average price for this train route is around €130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Boston?

The average train journey time from Schenectady to Boston is 9h 26m, covering a distance of 241 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Boston?

The earliest train from Schenectady to Boston departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 18:38.

Train Schenectady to Boston from €15 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Schenectady to Boston on 24 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	10h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 35m	18:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	8h 58m	22:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 35m	18:56	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Boston on 25 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	20:24	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	8h 58m	22:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 35m	18:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	8h 58m	22:56	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Boston on 26 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 11m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 11m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	9h 9m	23:07	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 43m	19:04	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	9h 9m	23:07	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Boston on 27 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	20:24	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 35m	18:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	8h 58m	22:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	8h 58m	22:56	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	10h 12m	00:10	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Boston on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	20:24	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 5m	18:26	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	9h 5m	18:26	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	9h 22m	23:20	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Schenectady to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

9h 10mAverage duration

243 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€29 - €94	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€16 - €490	Average duration9h 26m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5775 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €16

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Boston, MA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Schenectady to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Boston start from €16. The average price for this train route is around €130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Boston?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Boston is 9h 26m, covering a distance of 241 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Boston?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Boston departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 18:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/03

€189

23/03

€118

Today

€96

25/03

€83

26/03

€48

27/03

€151

28/03

€83

29/03

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The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of €48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Schenectady to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €48 to €475 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €48, which is on 2026-03-26.