Train from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Albany to Boston on 22 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Boston Route 128, MACheapest
AmtrakTrain
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Boston Route 128, MAFastest
AmtrakTrain
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
9h 30mAverage duration
228 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 155 - R 1 822Average duration9h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceR 292 - R 8 721Average duration8h 22m
20kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Albany to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Boston start from R 292. The average price for this train route is around R 1 832. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Albany to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Albany to Boston is 8h 22m, covering a distance of 219 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Albany to Boston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Boston?

    The earliest train from Albany to Boston departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 19:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
17/03
R 3 672
18/03
R 1 390
Today
R 2 711
20/03
R 1 424
21/03
R 1 424
22/03
R 3 878
23/03
R 2 299
24/03
R 1 373
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 373

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 373 to R 7 772 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 373, which is on 2026-03-24.

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