The cheapest and fastest trains from Danville, VA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$372
Average price
$372
Fastest journey
14 h 58 m
Average duration
14 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Danville, VA 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 Danville, VA to Boston, MA will cost around $372 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $372.
It's difficult to get from Danville, VA to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train for Danville, VA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Danville, VA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €169. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €169, and a train costs an average of €220.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€465 Average price | €195 Average price Cheapest |
16h 17m Average total duration 15h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Danville, VA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Danville, VA to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 AM Danville, VA | 12h21 | 8:49 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Danville, VA to Boston, MA
Trains from Danville, VA to Boston, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $271 (€220) but you can travel from only $208 (€169) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 09:15. The fastest train covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 15h 47m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average train duration 15h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $271 (€220) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 15h 47m |
First train 08:12 |
Last train 09:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Danville, VA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Danville, VA and Boston, MA from $208 (€169). 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 Danville, VA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Danville, VA 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 Danville, VA to Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Danville Transit offers connections to the station.
- 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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