The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Cary, NC
Cheapest price
$649
Average price
$649
Fastest journey
1 d 35 m
Average duration
1 d 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
988 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Cary, 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 Cary, NC will cost around $649 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $649.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Cary, NC without transferring at least once.
67 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian6:45 PM24h41South Station, Boston, MA7:26 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$6491One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian6:51 PM24h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA7:26 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$6491One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian6:51 PM24h35Back Bay station, Boston, MA7:26 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$6491One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian6:45 PM24h41South Station, Boston, MA7:26 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$6491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Cary, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Cary, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, and a train costs an average of $126.
Distance: 613 miles (988 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$225 Average price | $214 Average price | $139 Average price Cheapest |
14h 43m Average total duration 14h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 21m Average total duration 17h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Cary, NC:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Cary, NC costing on average $214 (€175).
A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Cary, NC costing on average $225 (€184).
Other travel options to Cary, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 13m.
Bus takes on average 17h 51m.
Live departures
Boston, MA to Cary, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Cary, NC trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 PM Boston, MA | 23h58 | 11:43 PM Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Cary, NC
Trains from Boston, MA to Cary, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€103) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 613 miles (988 km) distance in 22h 56m.
Distance 613 miles (988 km) |
Average train duration 14h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€103) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 22h 56m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Cary, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Cary, NC from $86 (€70). 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 Cary, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Cary, NC
Most Boston, MA to Cary, NC trains use the South Station to Cary Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC station do trains from Boston, MA arrive at?
Getting to Cary Station from Cary city centre
Cary Station train station facilities and services
Cary Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Academy Street Bistro, Lugano Ristorante
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cary Station. Information desks are located in the main waiting room.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cary Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cary Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cary Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cary Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Mayton, Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh/Cary, Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary.
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