The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA
- Cheapest price on Nov 14
- €59
- Average ticket price on Nov 14
- €267
- Fastest journey on Nov 14
- 5 h 7 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 14
- 5 h 22 m
- Trains on Nov 14
- 28
- Distance
- 435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around €267 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
On Sat, Nov 14, we found 28 trains from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA, including 22 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 14 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Sat, Nov 14 the slowest trains will take 5 h 47 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.
167 Northeast Regional4:10 PM 6h25 Back Bay station, Boston, MA 10:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
99 Northeast Regional8:40 AM 6h01 South Station, Boston, MA 2:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €114 1 One-way 0 transfers
99 Northeast Regional8:45 AM 5h56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA 2:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €114 1 One-way 0 transfers
167 Northeast Regional4:05 PM 6h30 South Station, Boston, MA 10:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €114 1 One-way 0 transfers
163 Northeast Regional11:35 AM 5h57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA 5:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €159 1 One-way 0 transfers
2249 Acela [NextGen]6:10 AM 5h07 Back Bay station, Boston, MA 11:17 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €341 1 One-way 0 transfers
2249 Acela [NextGen]6:05 AM 5h12 South Station, Boston, MA 11:17 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €341 1 One-way 0 transfers
2251 Acela [NextGen]7:15 AM 5h19 Back Bay station, Boston, MA 12:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €523 1 One-way 0 transfers
2251 Acela [NextGen]7:10 AM 5h24 South Station, Boston, MA 12:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €523 1 One-way 0 transfers
135 Northeast Regional1:45 PM 5h47 Back Bay station, Boston, MA 7:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA €159 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 8:42 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1099 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 8:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h11 | 3:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
1099 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 8:25 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h06 | 3:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 12h01 | 12:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 11h54 | 12:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
1167 Northeast Regional | 4:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h25 | 10:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
1167 Northeast Regional | 4:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h20 | 10:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h06 | 12:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 6:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h00 | 12:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 14 | |||||
2249 Acela [NextGen] | 6:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h12 | 11:17 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2249 Acela [NextGen] | 6:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h07 | 11:17 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 6:35 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h56 | 12:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 147 Northeast Regional | 6:35 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h40 | 2:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional · 147 Northeast Regional | 6:40 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h35 | 2:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional | 6:40 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h51 | 12:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2251 Acela [NextGen] | 7:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h24 | 12:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2251 Acela [NextGen] | 7:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h19 | 12:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA
Most Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA trains use the South Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Boston, MA station do trains to Philadelphia, PA leave from?
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains from Boston, MA arrive at?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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