The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$417
Average price
$558
Fastest journey
14 h 29 m
Average duration
15 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1026 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA will cost around $558 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $417.
It's difficult to get from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $97, and a flight costs an average of $143.
Distance: 637 miles (1026 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$306 Average price | $191 Average price Cheapest | $308 Average price |
15h 18m Average total duration 14h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 3m Average total duration 15h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA trains for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional | 2:09 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 23h56 | 2:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional | 2:09 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 23h49 | 1:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 8 | |||||
![]() | 7:29 AM Greensboro, NC | 14h29 | 9:58 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Greensboro, NC | 16h52 | 1:16 AM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA
Trains from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $200 (€161) but you can travel from only $97 (€78) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 637 miles (1026 km) distance in 24h 56m.
Distance 637 miles (1026 km) |
Average train duration 14h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $200 (€161) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 24h 56m |
First train 07:29 |
Last train 19:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Greensboro, NC and Boston, MA from $97 (€78). 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 Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
- 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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