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

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Next departures for Boston to Albany on September 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
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Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
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Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
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Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
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Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
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South Station (Train Terminal)
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
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Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
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  • Power outlets
Boston Route 128, MA
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
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Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:29 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 21,869, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
4h 55mAverage Duration
140 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceARS 21,869 - ARS 156,564Average Duration4h 55m
6kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceARS 35,953 - ARS 704,035Average Duration7h 41m
20kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Albany start from ARS 35,953. The average price for this train route is around ARS 171,773. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Boston to Albany is 7h 41m, covering a distance of 137 miles (221 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Albany?

    The earliest train departs from Boston to Albany at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/26
ARS 79,720
09/27
ARS 135,993
Today
ARS 295,432
09/29
ARS 53,147
09/30
ARS 64,089
10/01
ARS 79,720
10/02
ARS 103,167
10/03
ARS 64,089
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Sep 29, 2026 with a price of ARS 53,147

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 Albany, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 53,147 to ARS 762,808 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 53,147 which is on 2026-09-29.

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