The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Boston, MA for Worcester, MA on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
449 Lake Shore Limited12:50 PM1h10South Station, Boston, MA2:00 PMWorcester station, Worcester, MA$541One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited12:57 PM1h03Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:00 PMWorcester station, Worcester, MA$541One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited12:57 PM1h03Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:00 PMWorcester station, Worcester, MA$541One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited12:50 PM1h10South Station, Boston, MA2:00 PMWorcester station, Worcester, MA$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Boston, MA to Worcester, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Worcester, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.88 (€-32.21). The journey takes 1h 6m versus 52m 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 Worcester, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Worcester, MA trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
449 Lake Shore Limited | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1h10 | 2:00 PM Worcester station, Worcester, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 12:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1h03 | 2:00 PM Worcester station, Worcester, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA
Trains from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak, MBTA from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA trainsAmtrak, MBTA trains will get you between Boston, MA and Worcester, MA from $10 (€8). 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 Worcester, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Worcester, MA
- 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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