How much is the train ticket from Rensselaer to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Rensselaer to Boston start from R 2 890. The average price for this train route is around R 5 256. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Rensselaer to Boston?

The average train journey time from Rensselaer to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1344 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rensselaer to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Rensselaer to Boston departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

Train Rensselaer to Boston from R 2 010 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Rensselaer to Boston on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Rensselaer Station	1d 11h	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Rensselaer Station	1d 11h	20:32	South Station	No tags
Train	19:45	Rensselaer Station	1d 13h	10:05	South Station	No tags
Train	19:45	Rensselaer Station	1d 13h	09:58	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	19:45	Rensselaer Station	1d 12h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rensselaer 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 1 day, 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 10hAverage duration

1338 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 151 - R 7 632	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 890 - R 37 163	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 890

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Rensselaer to Boston start from R 2 890. The average price for this train route is around R 5 256. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rensselaer to Boston?
The average train journey time from Rensselaer to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1344 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rensselaer to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rensselaer to Boston?
The earliest train from Rensselaer to Boston departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

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The cheapest trip from Rensselaer to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 010

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 010 to R 26 447 for a train ticket from Rensselaer to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 010, which is on 2025-12-13.