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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$699
Average price
$699
Fastest journey
2 d 2 h
Average duration
2 d 2 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, NC will cost around $699 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $699.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for Winston Salem, NC on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 1052 km distance in an average of 2 d 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 2 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 d 2 h 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 PM50h00Boston, MA12:45 AMWinston Salem, NC$6991One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 PM50h00Boston, MA12:45 AMWinston Salem, NC$6991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a train costs an average of $266.
Distance: 653 miles (1052 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$448 Average price | $199 Average price Cheapest | $219 Average price |
50h 30m Average total duration 50h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 5m Average total duration 18h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration Fastest 9h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $219 (€179).
A bus is $250 (€204) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC costing on average $448 (€367).
Other travel options to Winston Salem, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 35m.
Train takes on average 50h 0m.
Compare prices and tickets Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC by bus, flight, or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC
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Trains from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 50h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $266 (€217) but you can travel from only $111 (€91) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 653 miles (1052 km) distance in 50h 0m.
Distance 653 miles (1052 km) |
Average train duration 50h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $266 (€217) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 50h 0m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC
Most Boston, MA to Winston Salem, NC trains use the South Station to Winston-Salem, Transit Authority station pair, with some services arriving at Winston-Salem, S Martin Luther King Jr Dr (State University). Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, 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.
Most popular train connections from Boston, MA
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