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The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Durham, NC

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$851

Average price

$851

Fastest journey

23 h 16 m

Average duration

23 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

978 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC will cost around $851 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $851.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for Durham, NC on Mon, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 978 km distance in an average of 23 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 16 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 23 h 16 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.

11:45PM23h16

Boston, MA

11:01PMDurham, NC

$8511One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Durham, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg.

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€292 Average price	€186 Average price	€151 Average price Cheapest
23h 46m Average duration 23h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 14m Average duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	17h 26m Average duration 16h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions	1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Durham, NC

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Trains from Boston, MA to Durham, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $134 (€109) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $84 (€68)

Distance

607 miles (977 km)

Average train duration

23h 16m

Cheapest ticket price

$134 (€109)

Trains per day

Fastest train

23h 16m

First train

23:45

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $84 (€68)

Train providers: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Durham, NC trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets from Boston, MA to Durham, NC from $159 (€129) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey from Boston, MA to Durham, NC.

Boston, MA to Durham, NC train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 22 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $159
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Durham, NC

FAQs: Travel by train from Boston, MA to Durham, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Boston, MA to Durham, NC.

Cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to Durham, NC can start from as little as $133 (€108) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Boston, MA to Durham, NC is $234 (€190); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Boston, MA to Durham, NC train travel time is 22 h 6 min for the 606 mile (977 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Boston, MA to Durham, NC leaves at 9: 27 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Boston, MA to Durham, NC leaves at 8: 00 PM.

There are 2 trains a day from Boston, MA to Durham, NC which require at least one change with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Durham, NC. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Durham, NC.

For the route from Boston, MA to Durham, NC you can take a train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Boston, MA to Durham, NC on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 00 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Boston, MA to Durham, NC by train is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Boston, MA to Durham, NC including taking a train, bus or flight.