How much is the train ticket from Boston to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Albany start from R 285. The average price for this train route is around R 1 478. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Albany?

The average train journey time from Boston to Albany is 7h 36m, covering a distance of 221 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Albany route?

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

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

The earliest train from Boston to Albany departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Train Boston to Albany from R 252 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 15 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:46	Back Bay Station	7h 24m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	09:36	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 13m	16:49	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	09:26	Back Bay Station	7h 23m	16:49	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 16 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 17 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 18 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 49m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	06:40	Back Bay Station	9h 5m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:40	Back Bay Station	9h 5m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	18:51	Back Bay Station	14h 59m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 19 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:40	Back Bay Station	9h 5m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:40	Back Bay Station	9h 5m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:45	Back Bay Station	8h 4m	16:49	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:45	Back Bay Station	8h 4m	16:49	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 20 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 21 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 22 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	5h 13m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 36m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:18	Back Bay Station	7h 27m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:47 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 556, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

4h 55mAverage duration

230 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 556 - R 1 880	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 285 - R 6 924	Average duration7h 36m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Albany, NY?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Customers were generally satisfied with the service, praising the spacious seat arrangement and smooth travel experience. However, some expressed disappointment as they expected an Amtrak train but got a private bus instead without prior notification. Overall, most reviews highlighted comfort and efficiency with no major complaints.

Amtrak Boston Albany recent customer reviews

It was suppose to be an Amtrak train but it actually was a private bus company,so I was very disappointed,especially since I was never notified of any change.

Anthony P.

2 July 2023

very comfortable and smooth, no complaints

Edmil M.

31 October 2023

All worked well. Spacious seat arrangement in Coach.

Franziska B.

9 October 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY 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 Boston to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Albany start from R 285. The average price for this train route is around R 1 478. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Albany?
The average train journey time from Boston to Albany is 7h 36m, covering a distance of 221 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Albany?
The earliest train from Boston to Albany departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/04

R 2 380

14/04

R 1 157

Today

R 2 145

16/04

R 1 391

17/04

R 5 145

18/04

R 1 710

19/04

R 3 922

20/04

R 1 391

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 14 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 157

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 R 1 157 to R 8 178 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 R 1 391, which is on 2026-04-16.