The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
€154
Average price
€312
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around €312 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €154.
Of the 32 trains that leave Boston, MA for Washington, DC on Fri, Jan 30, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 30 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 6 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 43 m .
On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest trains will take 6 h 59 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.
95 Northeast Regional
95 Northeast Regional
177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK
177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK
171 Northeast Regional
2159 Acela
2167 Acela
2159 Acela
2167 Acela
2153 AcelaTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 634 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€205 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest | €199 Average price |
8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2167 Acela | 6:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h51 | 12:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 6:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h45 | 12:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h16 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h10 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 8:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h04 | 4:19 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 8:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h58 | 4:19 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK | 10:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 9h30 | 8:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK | 10:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 9h25 | 8:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional | 11:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 12h09 | 11:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 11:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 12h03 | 11:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 10:55 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h05 | 6:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 11:01 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h59 | 6:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 11:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h55 | 7:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 11:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h50 | 7:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 1:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h08 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 1:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h13 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 1:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h07 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 1:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h02 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela | 2:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h48 | 8:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 2:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h37 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 2:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 9h10 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela | 2:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h43 | 8:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 2:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 9h05 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 2:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h32 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h05 | 10:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 2:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h59 | 10:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 3:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 8h14 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 3:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h08 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 4:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h48 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 4:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h42 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Washington, DC
Trains from Boston, MA to Washington, DC run on average 37 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €46 by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 634 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Boston, MA and Washington, DC from €46. 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 Boston, MA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Washington, DC
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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