The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
9 h 7 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle, PA for Boston, MA on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 565 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 7 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 9 h 7 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 351 miles (565 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$157 Average price | $123 Average price | $102 Average price Cheapest |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:08 PM Carlisle, PA | 9h07 | 5:15 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $81 (€66) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 351 miles (565 km) distance in 8h 11m.
Distance 351 miles (565 km) |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 8h 11m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:15 |
FAQs: Trains from Carlisle, PA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle, PA to Boston, 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carlisle, PA to Boston, 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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