The cheapest and fastest trains from Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$229
Average price
$229
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 48 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA will cost around $229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $229.
Of the 1 trains that leave Winston Salem, NC for Boston, MA on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1052 km distance in an average of 1 d 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 3 h 48 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 1 d 3 h 48 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $130. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $130, and a train costs an average of $172.
Distance: 653 miles (1052 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$266 Average price | $265 Average price | $178 Average price Cheapest |
28h 16m Average total duration 27h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 12m Average total duration 21h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA
Trains from Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 27h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $172 (€139) but you can travel from only $130 (€105) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 653 miles (1052 km) distance in 27h 20m.
Distance 653 miles (1052 km) |
Average train duration 27h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€139) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 27h 20m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 18:51 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Winston Salem, NC to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, NC 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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