The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to State College, PA
Cheapest price
$258
Average price
$258
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
18 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
592 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to State College, PA 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 State College, PA will cost around $258 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $258.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for State College, PA on Sat, Apr 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 592 km distance in an average of 18 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 18 h 30 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.
11:45 PM18h30Boston, MA6:15 PMState College, PA$2581One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM18h30Boston, MA6:15 PMState College, PA$2581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Boston, MA to State College, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to State College, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 367 miles (592 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$283 Average price | $154 Average price Cheapest | $535 Average price |
19h 0m Average total duration 18h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration 12h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to State College, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to State College, PA trains for today, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 PM Boston, MA | 18h30 | 6:15 PM State College, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to State College, PA
Trains from Boston, MA to State College, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $137 (€110) but you can travel from only $77 (€61) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 367 miles (592 km) distance in 18h 30m.
Distance 367 miles (592 km) |
Average train duration 18h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $137 (€110) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 18h 30m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 6:45 PM |
FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to State College, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to State College, PA 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 State College, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to State College, PA
- 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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