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Next departures for Boston to Springfield on August 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	2h 31m	3:21pm	Springfield Union Station
Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	2h 24m	3:21pm	Springfield Union Station
Train	3:15pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 54m	9:09pm	Springfield Union Station
Train	3:21pm	Back Bay Station	5h 48m	9:09pm	Springfield Union Station
Train	3:32pm	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 37m	9:09pm	Springfield Union Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

81 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 133 - MAD 650	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 152 - MAD 2,584	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6467 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 152

Amtrak Boston Springfield recent customer reviews

Everyone was so so helpful directing us to the right track and so friendly while on board.

Grace M.

December 23, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, MA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Springfield start from MAD 152. The average price for this train route is around MAD 503. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Springfield?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Springfield is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 79 miles (127 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Springfield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Springfield?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Springfield 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

08/25

MAD 1,195

08/26

MAD 380

Today

MAD 380

08/28

MAD 475

08/29

MAD 304

08/30

MAD 380

08/31

MAD 380

09/01

MAD 247

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, MA was searched and found on Sep 1, 2026 with a price of MAD 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 Springfield, MA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 247 to MAD 3,623 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, MA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 247 which is on 2026-09-01.