The cheapest and fastest trains from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$-0
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €117.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€96 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price |
7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:23 AM Downingtown, PA | 6h16 | 11:39 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:21 AM Downingtown, PA | 6h24 | 12:45 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Downingtown, PA | 6h11 | 1:45 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:47 AM Downingtown, PA | 7h41 | 3:28 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Downingtown, PA | 6h12 | 4:17 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€96) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 6h 38m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 6h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€96) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 38m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Downingtown, PA and Boston, MA from $38 (€31). 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 Downingtown, PA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Downingtown, 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 Downingtown, 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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