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Compare bus, train, and flight for Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $131. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $131, and a flight costs an average of $400.
Distance: 578 miles (931 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$260 Average price | $131 Average price Cheapest | $400 Average price | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 16m Average total duration 14h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 15m Average total duration 19h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA:
A bus is $129 (€104) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA costing on average $260 (€209).
A bus is $269 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA costing on average $400 (€322).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 46m.
Bus takes on average 19h 45m.
Tickets start at around $260 (€209) compared to roughly $138 (€112) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-121.35 (€-97.80). The journey takes 14h 46m versus 10h 7m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA
Trains from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $260 (€209) but you can travel from only $131 (€105) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:50, the last at 12:57. The fastest train covers the 578 miles (931 km) distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 578 miles (931 km) |
Average train duration 14h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $260 (€209) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 15h 30m |
First train 12:50 PM |
Last train 12:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oberlin, OH and Boston, MA from $131 (€105). 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 Oberlin, OH to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oberlin, OH 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 Oberlin, OH 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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