The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC
Cheapest price
$326
Average price
$326
Fastest journey
23 h 5 m
Average duration
23 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
945 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Wilson, 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 Wilson, NC will cost around $326 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $326.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for Wilson, NC on Wed, Jun 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 945 km distance in an average of 23 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 23 h 5 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.
10:45 PM23h05Boston, MA9:50 PMWilson, NC$3261One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM23h05Boston, MA9:50 PMWilson, NC$3261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Wilson, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $103, and a train costs an average of $125.
Distance: 587 miles (945 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$374 Average price | $261 Average price | $163 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 18m Average total duration 16h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 21m Average total duration 20h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m 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 Wilson, NC:
A bus is $97 (€80) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC costing on average $261 (€214).
A bus is $210 (€173) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC costing on average $374 (€307).
Other travel options to Wilson, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 48m.
Bus takes on average 20h 51m.
Tickets start at around $374 (€307) compared to roughly $165 (€136) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-208.43 (€-171.33). The journey takes 16h 48m versus 10h 50m 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 Wilson, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Wilson, NC trains for today, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 PM Boston, MA | 22h45 | 9:30 PM Wilson, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC
Trains from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€103) but you can travel from only $102 (€83) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 11:18, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 587 miles (945 km) distance in 21h 0m.
Distance 587 miles (945 km) |
Average train duration 16h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€103) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 21h 0m |
First train 11:18 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Wilson, NC from $102 (€83). 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 Wilson, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Wilson, 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 Wilson, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Wilson, NC
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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