The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€171
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA will cost around €171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 5 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Boston, MA on Thu, Jan 29, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest trains will take 7 h 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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €73.
Distance: 435 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€140 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €173 Average price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 8:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h33 | 2:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 8:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h40 | 3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h01 | 4:59 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h08 | 5:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 11:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h13 | 6:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 11:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h06 | 6:04 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 2:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h12 | 8:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 2:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h20 | 8:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 3:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h54 | 9:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 3:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h01 | 9:52 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 5:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h24 | 11:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 5:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h32 | 12:04 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 6:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h38 | 2:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 6:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h31 | 2:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 7:14 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h15 | 2:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 7:14 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h22 | 2:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
2166 Acela | 7:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h09 | 12:41 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2166 Acela | 7:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h16 | 12:48 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 8:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h06 | 2:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 8:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h13 | 2:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2168 Acela | 8:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h11 | 1:44 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2168 Acela | 8:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h16 | 1:49 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 8:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h01 | 3:00 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 8:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h07 | 3:06 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 10:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h58 | 5:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 10:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h53 | 5:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
176 Northeast Regional | 10:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h24 | 4:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 10:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h17 | 4:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 10:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h11 | 5:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 10:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h16 | 5:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA run on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 20:17 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA from €32. 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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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