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

The average train ticket price from Boston to Hartford is $47. The best way to find train tickets from Boston to Hartford is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Hartford?

A train trip between Boston and Hartford is around 4h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 93 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Boston and Hartford?

The number of trains from Boston to Hartford can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Hartford by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Hartford?

When taking the train from Boston to Hartford, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Hartford?

Trains traveling between Boston and Hartford leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Harford Union Station.

Train Boston to Hartford from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:32pm	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 55m	8:27pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	9:20am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	9:20am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	3:15pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 12m	8:27pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 25m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:32pm	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 55m	8:27pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 25m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 25m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 25m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 25m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

93 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $81	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $392	Average Duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Hartford, CT?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

Stops in Hartford, CT

A - Harford Union Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston, MA, US - Hartford, CT

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/11

$53

11/12

$68

Today

$27

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$87

11/15

$26

11/16

$38

11/17

$35

11/18

$38

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $268 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-15.