How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Boston start from R 927. The average price for this train route is around R 1 937. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Boston?

The average train journey time from Buffalo to Boston is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 637 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Buffalo to Boston departs at 04:28. And the latest train departs at 09:05.

Train Buffalo to Boston from R 876 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 12 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	13h 2m	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	13h 10m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 13 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 14 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 15 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 16 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 17 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:39	Depew Station	14h 9m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	04:28	Exchange Street Station	14h 12m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	14h 26m	21:48	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Buffalo to Boston on 19 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 27m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	09:05	Depew Station	11h 19m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	13h 37m	20:59	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	13h 37m	20:59	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	07:22	Exchange Street Station	13h 2m	20:24	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Buffalo 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 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 952, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

14h 35mAverage duration

637 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 952 - R 3 954	Average duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 927 - R 8 764	Average duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

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

Buffalo, NY

A
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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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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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 786 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5786 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 927

Amtrak Buffalo Boston recent customer reviews

Good apart from 1 hour late

Joe G.

15 May 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Boston start from R 927. The average price for this train route is around R 1 937. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Boston?
The average train journey time from Buffalo to Boston is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 637 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Boston?
The earliest train from Buffalo to Boston departs at 04:28. And the latest train departs at 09:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/04

R 2 558

11/04

R 2 811

Today

R 11 949

13/04

R 3 030

14/04

R 2 558

15/04

R 2 121

16/04

R 3 030

17/04

R 5 756

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 15 Apr 2026 with a price of R 2 121

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 121 to R 14 204 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 121, which is on 2026-04-15.