5.0
Pros: It was easy. Cons: More leg room. Tips: Get there early.
5.0
Pros: Quick Easy and on time. Cons: No. Tips: Book early for best fare.
4.0
Pros: Staff friendly and out of their way to be helpful. Tips: To encourage train travel!
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Trip Summary
You can pick from 9 daily train trips between Old Saybrook and Boston. The average train journey from Old Saybrook to Boston takes 2 hours and 39 minutes, but some Amtrak Northeast Regional train trips are as short as one hour and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (161 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 53m |
| Lowest price | £8.05 |
| Trains per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Overall score for trains from Old Saybrook to Boston
(Based on 8 ratings and reviews)
4.6
What is the price of a train ticket from Old Saybrook to Boston?
In the last month, £10.06 was the average price of a train ticket from Old Saybrook to Boston. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 15 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £37.44 more than that for a same-day booking.
Monthly average prices
Mark your calendar for September if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Old Saybrook to Boston. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of £23. If you're planning a trip from Old Saybrook to Boston during November, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about £41 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 15 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Boston from Old Saybrook will be about £37.44 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from Old Saybrook to Boston?
2 train services operate from Old Saybrook to Boston. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 3h 49m | £28.11 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 6 | 2h 6m | £33.83 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Old Saybrook to Boston every day, as well as 7 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £12.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 6 daily train trips from Old Saybrook to Boston, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Old Saybrook and Boston is approximately 100 miles, or 161 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 53 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Trains departing from Old Saybrook to Boston tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Old Saybrook at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 13 of these are direct connections to Boston. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Boston to Old Saybrook.
City Information
Old Saybrook
Old Saybrook in Connecticut is a small but historic town along the end of the Connecticut River as it leads into the Long Island Sound. One of Old Saybrook's most famous residents was actress Katherine Hepburn, who lived here for much of her life. In the city, the Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, or The Kate, holds artifacts from her career and presents cultural events and performances for the community.
Old Saybrook is blessed with gorgeous waterfront settings for outdoor activities, including Harveys Beach on the Sound and an enormous wildlife refuge called The Preserve.
Amtrak Northeast Regional trains from Boston to New York stop in Old Saybrook daily. A local commuter line stops at the same train station and provides service to New London and New Haven, from where many other intercity train and bus routes depart.
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):
Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.
From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Old Saybrook?
Main departure station: 455 Boston Post Rd Saybrook Junction Market Pl
There is one train station in Old Saybrook.
All train stations in Old Saybrook:
455 Boston Post Rd Saybrook Junction Market Pl
Where is the train station in Boston?
Main arrival station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
Boston receives travelers from Old Saybrook at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Boston:
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
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