How much is the train ticket from Boston to Hartford?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Hartford start from R 345. The average price for this train route is around R 771. 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 Hartford?

The average train journey time from Boston to Hartford is 4h 13m, covering a distance of 136 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Hartford route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Boston to Hartford departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 15:32.

Which is the best train operator from Boston to Hartford?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Hartford?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Boston to Hartford?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Hartford?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Boston to Hartford from R 328 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 36m	16:26	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	09:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	09:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:55	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 48m	17:43	Harford Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 3m	17:43	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	13:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 3m	17:43	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 54m	11:44	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 54m	11:44	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 54m	11:44	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	13:55	Boston Route 128, MA	3h 48m	17:43	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	13:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 3m	17:43	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	13:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 3m	17:43	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 54m	11:44	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	3h 29m	16:26	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	3h 29m	16:26	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	3h 29m	16:26	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	3h 29m	16:26	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Hartford on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:32	Boston Route 128, MA	4h 55m	20:27	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	2h 54m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	3h 9m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 14m	10:24	Harford Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 277, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1h 50mAverage duration

149 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 277 - R 1 831	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 345 - R 6 375	Average duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Hartford, CT?

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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Hartford, CT

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Hartford start from R 345. The average price for this train route is around R 771. 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 Hartford?
The average train journey time from Boston to Hartford is 4h 13m, covering a distance of 136 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Hartford route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Hartford?
The earliest train from Boston to Hartford departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 15:32.
Which is the best train operator from Boston to Hartford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Hartford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Boston to Hartford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Hartford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 914

11/12

R 1 966

Today

R 1 208

13/12

R 1 173

14/12

R 1 501

15/12

R 639

16/12

R 639

17/12

R 639

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 639

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 R 639 to R 4 467 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 R 639, which is on 2025-12-15.