The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€221
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€327
Fastest journey on Sep 12
7 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
7 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 12
10
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Boston, MA will cost around €327 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €221.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 10 trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 1 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 8 h 3 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.
168 Northeast Regional3:17 PM8h09Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:26 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€2211One-way0 transfers
168 Northeast Regional3:17 PM8h03Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2211One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional10:00 PM11h58Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:58 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2801One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional10:00 PM12h05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:05 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€2801One-way0 transfers
2262 NextGen Acela4:05 PM7h07Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:12 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2811One-way0 transfers
2260 NextGen Acela2:55 PM7h01Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€4241One-way0 transfers
2262 NextGen Acela4:05 PM7h07Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:12 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2811One-way0 transfers
2260 NextGen Acela2:55 PM7h09Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:04 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€4241One-way0 transfers
2262 NextGen Acela4:05 PM7h19Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:24 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€2811One-way0 transfers
168 Northeast Regional3:17 PM8h03Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA€2211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €210.
Distance: 634 km
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€119 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €210 Average price | €116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Boston, MA:
A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Boston, MA costing on average €119.
A bus is €147 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Boston, MA costing on average €210.
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Bus takes on average 10h 8m.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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94 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h00 | 10:00 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h06 | 10:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 2:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h00 | 9:50 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 2:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h08 | 9:58 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h13 | 11:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h20 | 11:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 3:56 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h19 | 12:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 3:56 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h14 | 12:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 4:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h17 | 11:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 4:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h10 | 11:30 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 11h58 | 9:58 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 12h05 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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194 Northeast Regional | 1:01 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h12 | 9:13 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 1:01 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h17 | 9:18 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA run on average 31 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 634 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 7h 10m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Boston, MA from €28. 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 Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Most Washington, DC to Boston, MA trains use the Union Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Boston, MA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Which Boston, MA station do trains from Washington, DC arrive at?
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.
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