The cheapest and fastest trains from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 37 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Meriden, CT for Boston, MA on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 37 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 1 d 2 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Meriden, CT to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €281.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€39 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €406 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 7m Average total duration 12h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Meriden, CT to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Meriden, CT to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:48 PM Meriden, CT | 5h14 | 2:02 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA
Trains from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:38 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Meriden, CT and Boston, MA from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Meriden, CT to Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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