The cheapest and fastest trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN
Cheapest price
$179
Average price
$430
Fastest journey
19 h 1 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN will cost around $430 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $179.
Of the 3 trains that leave South Station, Boston, MA for Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN on Sun, Jun 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 28 the direct trains cover the 1159 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 1 m .
On Sun, Jun 28 the slowest trains will take 1 d 15 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
449 Lake Shore Limited12:50 PM19h01South Station, Boston, MA7:51 AMWaterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN$1791One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited12:50 PM19h01South Station, Boston, MA7:51 AMWaterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN$3151One-way1 transfer
40 Floridian+
2271 Acela3:35 PM39h01South Station, Boston, MA6:36 AMWaterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN$7951One-way1 transfer
449 Lake Shore Limited12:50 PM19h01South Station, Boston, MA7:51 AMWaterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN$1791One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited12:50 PM19h01South Station, Boston, MA7:51 AMWaterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN$3151One-way1 transfer
40 Floridian+
2271 Acela3:35 PM39h01South Station, Boston, MA6:36 AMWaterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN$7951One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $86, and a flight costs an average of $477.
Distance: 720 miles (1159 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$371 Average price Cheapest | $477 Average price | $237 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 4m Average total duration 18h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 18m Average total duration Fastest 7h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN:
A train is $106 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN costing on average $477 (€393).
Other travel options to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 34m.
Tickets start at around $371 (€306) compared to roughly $237 (€195) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-134.33 (€-110.72). The journey takes 18h 34m versus 12h 15m 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
South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN train times
The table below shows live departures for South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN trains for today, Saturday, June 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
449 Lake Shore Limited | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 19h01 | 7:51 AM Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 19h01 | 7:51 AM Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian+ 2271 Acela | 3:35 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 39h01 | 6:36 AM Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN
Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€71) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:10, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 720 miles (1159 km) distance in 19h 1m.
Distance 720 miles (1159 km) |
Average train duration 18h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€71) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 1m |
First train 10:10 AM |
Last train 5:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between South Station, Boston, MA and Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN from $86 (€71). 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 South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Station, Boston, MA to Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN 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 Waterloo Amtrak Station, Waterloo, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

