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

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Albany on 21 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 17:42 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 311, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
4h 45mAverage duration
140 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceSEK 311 - SEK 1,049Average duration4h 45m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceSEK 159 - SEK 3,884Average duration7h 36m
20kg CO₂e

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 vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Albany?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Albany start from SEK 159. The average price for this train route is around SEK 825. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 137 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to Albany 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 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
18/04
SEK 1,609
19/04
SEK 3,105
Today
SEK 2,488
21/04
SEK 777
22/04
SEK 777
23/04
SEK 1,946
24/04
SEK 1,497
25/04
SEK 1,731
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of SEK 777

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 SEK 777 to SEK 4,564 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 SEK 777, which is on 2026-04-21.

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