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Compare bus, train, and flight for Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, and a train costs an average of $583.
Distance: 617 miles (994 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$583 Average price | $288 Average price | $134 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 40m Average total duration 25h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 25m Average total duration 17h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC:
A bus is $154 (€127) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC costing on average $288 (€237).
A bus is $449 (€369) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC costing on average $583 (€480).
Other travel options to Chapel Hill, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 55m.
Train takes on average 25h 10m.
Tickets start at around $583 (€480) compared to roughly $141 (€116) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-442.12 (€-363.66). The journey takes 25h 10m versus 12h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 10:45 PM Boston, MA | 25h10 | 11:55 PM Chapel Hill, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC
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Trains from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $583 (€480) but you can travel from only $134 (€110) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:27, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 617 miles (994 km) distance in 25h 10m.
Distance 617 miles (994 km) |
Average train duration 25h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $583 (€480) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 25h 10m |
First train 9:27 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 91 days |
FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC
Most Boston, MA to Chapel Hill, NC trains use the Back Bay Station to Durham Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC leave from?
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.
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.
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