Boston to Stamford by train
Stamford lies 252 km (156 mi) south-west of Boston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 24 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 307 km (191 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Boston | Stamford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 653,833 | 128,874 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | South Station, North Station, Back Bay station | Springdale station, Glenbrook station |
| Postal codes | 02108–02298 | 06901–06927 |
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Common questions
How far is Stamford from Boston?
252 km (156 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Boston; by road roughly 307 km (191 mi).
How long does it take to get from Boston to Stamford by train?
About 3 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Boston and Stamford?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.