Train from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Boston to Hartford on April 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Boston Route 128, MA
Harford Union StationCheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Boston Route 128, MA
Harford Union StationFastest
Amtrak
South Station (Train Terminal)
Harford Union StationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
South Station (Train Terminal)
Harford Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
South Station (Train Terminal)
Harford Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:16 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
1h 55mAverage Duration
93 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average PricePEN 68 - PEN 325Average Duration1h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average PricePEN 74 - PEN 1,633Average Duration4h 9m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Hartford start from PEN 74. The average price for this train route is around PEN 165. 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 Hartford?

    The average train ride duration from Boston to Hartford is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 90 miles (145 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train departs from Boston to Hartford at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 3:32pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/19
PEN 247
04/20
PEN 409
Today
PEN 409
04/22
PEN 254
04/23
PEN 247
04/24
PEN 254
04/25
PEN 314
04/26
PEN 314
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of PEN 247

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 PEN 247 to PEN 912 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 PEN 247 which is on 2026-04-23.

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