The cheapest and fastest trains from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$204
Average price
$236
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
743 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williamsburg, VA 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 Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA will cost around $236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $204.
Of the 2 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for Boston, MA on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 743 km distance in an average of 13 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 13 h 5 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.
9:24 AM13h00Williamsburg, VA10:24 PMBoston, MA$2041One-way0 transfers
8:24 AM13h05Williamsburg, VA9:29 PMBoston, MA$2681One-way0 transfers
9:24 AM13h00Williamsburg, VA10:24 PMBoston, MA$2041One-way0 transfers
8:24 AM13h05Williamsburg, VA9:29 PMBoston, MA$2681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a train costs an average of $85.
Distance: 461 miles (743 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$288 Average price | $228 Average price | $141 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 8m Average total duration 12h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 13m Average total duration 14h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA:
A bus is $87 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA costing on average $228 (€184).
A bus is $146 (€118) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA costing on average $288 (€232).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 38m.
Bus takes on average 14h 43m.
Tickets start at around $288 (€232) compared to roughly $174 (€140) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-113.70 (€-91.73). The journey takes 12h 38m versus 9h 54m 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
Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:24 AM Williamsburg, VA | 13h05 | 9:29 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:24 AM Williamsburg, VA | 13h00 | 10:24 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA
Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $76 (€61) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 461 miles (743 km) distance in 12h 28m.
Distance 461 miles (743 km) |
Average train duration 12h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 28m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Williamsburg, VA and Boston, MA from $76 (€61). 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 Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williamsburg, VA 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 Williamsburg, VA to Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated areas for short-term and long-term parking.
- Second Street Bistro
- Blue Talon Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Williamsburg Lodge
- Williamsburg Inn
- Colonial Houses
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms and bus connections
- Bus: Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional service
- 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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