The cheapest and fastest trains from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$445
Average price
$544
Fastest journey
18 h 59 m
Average duration
20 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1057 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, NC 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 Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA will cost around $544 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $445.
It's difficult to get from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional12:22 PM21h43Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC10:05 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$4451One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional12:22 PM21h36Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC9:58 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$4451One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional11:57 PM19h07Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC7:04 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$6431One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional11:57 PM18h59Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC6:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$6431One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional11:57 PM18h59Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC6:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$6431One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional11:57 PM19h07Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC7:04 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$6431One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional12:22 PM21h36Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC9:58 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$4451One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional12:22 PM21h43Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC10:05 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$4451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $145. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $145, and a train costs an average of $207.
Distance: 656 miles (1057 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$263 Average price | $197 Average price Cheapest | $213 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 6m Average total duration Fastest 17h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 39m Average total duration 20h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA:
A bus is $66 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA costing on average $263 (€210).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 9m.
Tickets start at around $263 (€210) compared to roughly $213 (€170) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-49.87 (€-39.77). The journey takes 17h 36m versus 11h 38m 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
Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional | 12:22 PM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 21h43 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional | 12:22 PM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 21h36 | 9:58 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $207 (€165) but you can travel from only $145 (€116) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 656 miles (1057 km) distance in 21h 43m.
Distance 656 miles (1057 km) |
Average train duration 17h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $207 (€165) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 21h 43m |
First train 12:57 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and Boston, MA from $145 (€116). 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 Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC 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 Fayetteville, NC to Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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