Washington, DC to Boston, MA train with Amtrak
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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$407
Fastest journey
6 h 39 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Boston, MA will cost around $407 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
Of the 36 trains that leave Washington, DC for Boston, MA on Wed, Jul 16, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 39 m .
On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 50 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.
176 Northeast Regional176 Northeast Regional94 Northeast Regional178 Northeast Regional170 Northeast Regional
2150 Acela2152 Acela2162 Acela2154 Acela2150 Acela
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a flight costs an average of €187.
Distance: 393 miles (634 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€198 Average price | €74 Average price Cheapest | €229 Average price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Boston, MA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2150 Acela | 8:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h39 | 3:33 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2150 Acela | 8:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h50 | 3:44 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 170 Northeast Regional | 9:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h11 | 5:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 170 Northeast Regional | 9:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h04 | 5:04 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2152 Acela | 9:55 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h44 | 4:39 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2152 Acela | 9:55 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h50 | 4:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2154 Acela | 10:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h55 | 5:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2154 Acela | 10:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h49 | 5:39 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 172 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h15 | 7:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 172 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h23 | 7:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 86 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h55 | 8:45 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 86 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h02 | 8:52 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2162 Acela | 1:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h57 | 8:22 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2162 Acela | 1:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h45 | 8:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 174 Northeast Regional | 2:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h32 | 11:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 174 Northeast Regional | 2:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h24 | 10:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 4:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h36 | 1:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 4:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h29 | 1:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 2166 Acela | 4:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h58 | 11:48 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2166 Acela | 4:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h51 | 11:41 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 184 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h24 | 1:29 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 184 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h31 | 1:36 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2168 Acela | 5:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h02 | 12:49 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2168 Acela | 5:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h57 | 12:44 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 94 Northeast Regional | 5:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h59 | 1:54 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 94 Northeast Regional | 5:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h07 | 2:02 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2170 Acela | 6:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h02 | 1:52 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2170 Acela | 6:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h56 | 1:46 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 176 Northeast Regional | 7:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h20 | 3:50 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 176 Northeast Regional | 7:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h13 | 3:43 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2172 Acela | 7:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h08 | 3:03 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2172 Acela | 7:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h03 | 2:58 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 178 Northeast Regional | 8:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h10 | 4:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 178 Northeast Regional | 8:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h15 | 4:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 16 | |||||
| 66 Northeast Regional | 2:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 12h05 | 2:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 66 Northeast Regional | 2:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 11h58 | 1:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
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Distance 393 miles (634 km) |
Average train duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€111) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 7h 4m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Boston, MA trains
For as little as $132 (€106) you can travel by train between Washington, DC and Boston, MA with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.
Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.
Train information from Washington, DC to Boston, MA with Amtrak:
- Average Duration: 8 h 2 min
- Cheapest Price: $132
- Amtrak frequency: 8 a day
Traveling by train from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Traveling between Washington, DC and Boston, MA is a convenient journey made easy by Amtrak. The train service offers comfortable seating and scenic views along the way, making it an enjoyable experience for travelers. With multiple daily departures, you can choose a schedule that fits your plans perfectly. Whether you're heading to explore historical landmarks in D.C. or enjoy the vibrant culture of Boston, Amtrak provides a reliable connection between these two iconic cities.
Train Connection: Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Traveling from Washington, DC to Boston, MA takes approximately 8 hours and 2 minutes. There are 17 connections available each day on this route, all of which are direct services. Passengers will depart from Union Station in DC and arrive at either Back Bay Station or South Station in Boston.
Washington, DC to Boston, MA
The first daily train journey departs from Washington, DC at 12:10 PM and the last departure is scheduled for 8:02 PM. This connection offers travelers a convenient way to explore the vibrant culture and historical landmarks of both cities throughout the day.
Train Tickets Price for Washington, DC to Boston, MA
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Washington, DC and Boston, MA is $106 (95.4€). The average ticket price tends to be around $181 (162.9€), making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities along the East Coast.
Exploring Boston's Historic Treasures
Welcome to Boston Common, the oldest public park in America, established in 1634. This historic green space has served as a gathering place for citizens throughout centuries, from Revolutionary War rallies to modern-day concerts and events. Its unique features include beautiful walking paths, tranquil ponds, and iconic monuments that tell the story of our nation's fight for freedom.
As we stroll along the Freedom Trail, you'll discover a 2.5-mile path lined with significant sites that chronicle America's revolutionary history. This trail connects 16 historical landmarks—from churches to museums—each offering insight into pivotal moments leading up to independence. What makes it truly special is how it seamlessly blends education with exploration; you can walk through history while enjoying Boston's vibrant atmosphere.
Finally, we'll visit the Paul Revere House, where this legendary patriot lived during his famous midnight ride in 1775. As one of the few remaining structures from colonial times in downtown Boston, its significance lies not only in its connection to Revere but also as a symbol of American resilience and spirit during tumultuous times. The house offers an intimate glimpse into life during the Revolution with original artifacts and engaging exhibits that bring Paul's remarkable story alive.
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
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Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
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Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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