How much is the train ticket from Schenectady to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Boston start from R 316. The average price for this train route is around R 2 910. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 242 km. The quickest train can get 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 R 281 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Schenectady to Boston on 31 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

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:26 PM EDT.

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 R 670, 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 priceR 670 - R 1 863	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 316 - R 7 614	Average duration9h 26m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 316

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Schenectady to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Boston start from R 316. The average price for this train route is around R 2 910. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 242 km. The quickest train can get 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

25/03

R 2 913

26/03

R 1 229

Today

R 1 229

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R 3 352

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R 1 632

01/04

R 562

The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 01 Apr 2026 with a price of R 562

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 R 562 to R 12 144 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 R 562, which is on 2026-04-01.