The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD
Cheapest price
$337
Average price
$455
Fastest journey
10 h 49 m
Average duration
10 h 54 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD 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 Ocean City, MD will cost around $455 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $337.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD without transferring at least once.
2151 NextGen Acela+
8113 AMTRAK5:05 AM10h55Back Bay station, Boston, MA4:00 PMOcean City, MD$3371One-way1 transfer
2151 NextGen Acela+
8113 AMTRAK5:00 AM11h00South Station, Boston, MA4:00 PMOcean City, MD$3371One-way1 transfer
95 Northeast Regional · 8115 AMTRAK6:15 AM11h45Back Bay station, Boston, MA6:00 PMOcean City, MD$3491One-way1 transfer
95 Northeast Regional · 8115 AMTRAK6:10 AM11h50South Station, Boston, MA6:00 PMOcean City, MD$3491One-way1 transfer
171 Northeast Regional · 8117 AMTRAK8:18 AM11h42Back Bay station, Boston, MA8:00 PMOcean City, MD$4111One-way1 transfer
2163 Acela+
8119 AMTRAK11:11 AM10h49Back Bay station, Boston, MA10:00 PMOcean City, MD$5611One-way1 transfer
2167 Acela+
8121 AMTRAK1:06 PM10h53Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:59 PMOcean City, MD$6631One-way1 transfer
2151 NextGen Acela+
8113 AMTRAK5:05 AM10h55Back Bay station, Boston, MA4:00 PMOcean City, MD$3371One-way1 transfer
2163 Acela+
8119 AMTRAK11:05 AM10h55South Station, Boston, MA10:00 PMOcean City, MD$5611One-way1 transfer
2167 Acela+
8121 AMTRAK1:00 PM10h59South Station, Boston, MA11:59 PMOcean City, MD$6631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $245. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $245, and a bus costs an average of $365.
Distance: 349 miles (562 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$409 Average price Cheapest | $586 Average price | $439 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35h 53m Average total duration 35h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD:
A train is $30 (€25) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD costing on average $439 (€358).
A train is $177 (€144) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD costing on average $586 (€477).
Other travel options to Ocean City, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 46m.
Bus takes on average 35h 23m.
Tickets start at around $409 (€333) compared to roughly $90 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-318.79 (€-259.46). The journey takes 11h 46m versus 7h 30m 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 Ocean City, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2151 NextGen Acela+ 8113 AMTRAK | 5:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 11h00 | 4:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
2151 NextGen Acela+ 8113 AMTRAK | 5:05 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h55 | 4:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional · 8115 AMTRAK | 6:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 11h50 | 6:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional · 8115 AMTRAK | 6:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 11h45 | 6:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional · 8117 AMTRAK | 8:12 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 11h48 | 8:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional · 8117 AMTRAK | 8:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 11h42 | 8:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
85 Northeast Regional · 8119 AMTRAK | 10:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 11h40 | 10:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
85 Northeast Regional · 8119 AMTRAK | 10:26 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 11h34 | 10:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
2163 Acela+ 8119 AMTRAK | 11:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h55 | 10:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
2163 Acela+ 8119 AMTRAK | 11:11 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h49 | 10:00 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
2167 Acela+ 8121 AMTRAK | 1:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h59 | 11:59 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
2167 Acela+ 8121 AMTRAK | 1:06 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 10h53 | 11:59 PM Ocean City, MD | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD
Trains from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $245 (€200) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 16:10. The fastest train covers the 349 miles (562 km) distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 349 miles (562 km) |
Average train duration 11h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $245 (€200) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 11h 25m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 4:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD 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 Ocean City, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD
- 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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