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Washington DC → Boston

Lowest Price
$129
Highest Price
$558
Daily Trains
48

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Schedule

2026-04-14
DepartsArrivesDurationServicePriceTransfers
1:12am
110 Callahan Dr
2:05pm
South Station
12h 53m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#66
$177Direct
1:12am
110 Callahan Dr
1:58pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
12h 46m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#66
$177Direct
2:00am
Union Station
2:05pm
South Station
12h 5m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#66
$175Direct
2:00am
Union Station
1:58pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
11h 58m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#66
$175Direct
7:20am
Union Station
4:06pm
South Station
8h 46m
AMT
#6076:190
$1291 stop
7:20am
Union Station
3:59pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 39m
AMT
#6076:190
$1291 stop
7:20am
Union Station
5:11pm
South Station
9h 51m
AMT
#6076:170
$2241 stop
7:20am
Union Station
5:04pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
9h 44m
AMT
#6076:170
$2241 stop
9:00am
Union Station
3:44pm
South Station
6h 44m
Amtrak Acela
#2150
$294Direct
9:00am
Union Station
3:33pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
6h 33m
Amtrak Acela
#2150
$294Direct
9:05am
Union Station
5:11pm
South Station
8h 6m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#170
$232Direct
9:05am
Union Station
5:04pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
7h 59m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#170
$232Direct
11:10am
Union Station
7:28pm
South Station
8h 18m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#172
$175Direct
11:10am
Union Station
7:20pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 10m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#172
$175Direct
11:20am
Union Station
11:04pm
South Station
11h 44m
AMT
#98:174
$2481 stop
11:20am
Union Station
10:56pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
11h 36m
AMT
#98:174
$2481 stop
11:52am
110 Callahan Dr
8:45pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 53m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#86
$233Direct
11:52am
110 Callahan Dr
8:52pm
South Station
9h 0m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#86
$233Direct
12:50pm
Union Station
8:52pm
South Station
8h 2m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#86
$232Direct
12:50pm
Union Station
8:45pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
7h 55m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#86
$232Direct
1:30pm
Union Station
8:22pm
South Station
6h 52m
Amtrak Acela
#2162
$355Direct
1:30pm
Union Station
8:10pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
6h 40m
Amtrak Acela
#2162
$355Direct
2:35pm
Union Station
11:04pm
South Station
8h 29m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#174
$232Direct
2:35pm
Union Station
10:56pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 21m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#174
$232Direct
4:05pm
Union Station
1:36am
South Station
9h 31m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#134:184
$1741 stop
4:05pm
Union Station
1:29am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
9h 24m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#134:184
$1741 stop
4:55pm
Union Station
11:51pm
South Station
6h 56m
Amtrak Acela
#2166
$355Direct
4:55pm
Union Station
11:45pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
6h 50m
Amtrak Acela
#2166
$355Direct
5:02pm
110 Callahan Dr
2:00am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 58m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#94
$233Direct
5:02pm
110 Callahan Dr
2:06am
South Station
9h 4m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#94
$233Direct
5:25pm
Union Station
1:36am
South Station
8h 11m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#184
$175Direct
5:25pm
Union Station
1:29am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 4m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#184
$175Direct
5:55pm
Union Station
12:49am
South Station
6h 54m
Amtrak Acela
#2168
$558Direct
5:55pm
Union Station
12:44am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
6h 49m
Amtrak Acela
#2168
$558Direct
6:05pm
Union Station
2:06am
South Station
8h 1m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#94
$232Direct
6:05pm
Union Station
2:00am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
7h 55m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#94
$232Direct
6:32pm
110 Callahan Dr
4:10am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
9h 38m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#178
$177Direct
6:32pm
110 Callahan Dr
4:15am
South Station
9h 43m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#178
$177Direct
7:30pm
Union Station
3:50am
South Station
8h 20m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#176
$175Direct
7:30pm
Union Station
3:43am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 13m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#176
$175Direct
8:00pm
Union Station
3:07am
South Station
7h 7m
Amtrak Acela
#2172
$294Direct
8:00pm
Union Station
2:56am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
6h 56m
Amtrak Acela
#2172
$294Direct
8:02pm
Union Station
4:15am
South Station
8h 13m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#178
$175Direct
8:02pm
Union Station
4:10am
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
8h 8m
Amtrak Northeast Regional
#178
$175Direct
8:03pm
110 Callahan Dr
2:05pm
South Station
18h 2m
AMT
#80:66
$2031 stop
8:03pm
110 Callahan Dr
1:58pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
17h 55m
AMT
#80:66
$2031 stop
10:34pm
110 Callahan Dr
1:58pm
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
15h 24m
AMT
#90:66
$1991 stop
10:34pm
110 Callahan Dr
2:05pm
South Station
15h 31m
AMT
#90:66
$1991 stop

Price History

Travel DateLowest PriceChecked
2026-04-14$1292026-04-13
2026-04-13$1252026-04-12
2026-04-12$3552026-04-11
2026-04-11$2322026-04-10

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About the Washington DC to Boston Train Route

Amtrak train tickets from Washington DC to Boston currently range from $129 to $558, with 48 trains running daily. Prices vary based on travel date, time of day, and how far in advance you book.

Services on this route include Amtrak Northeast Regional, AMT, Amtrak Acela. The fastest trip takes 6h 33m, while the longest is 18h 2m.

Trains depart from 110 Callahan Dr, Union Station and arrive at South Station, Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St.

Tips for Finding Cheap Washington DC to Boston Train Tickets

  • Book early — Amtrak fares generally increase as the travel date approaches. Booking 2-4 weeks ahead often yields the best prices.
  • Be flexible with dates — Midweek travel (Tuesday-Thursday) is typically cheaper than weekends and holidays.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the train from Washington DC to Boston cost?

Fares currently range from $129 to $558. Prices depend on service class, travel date, and how far in advance you book.

How long is the train ride from Washington DC to Boston?

The fastest train takes about 6 hours and 33 minutes. Travel time varies by service type and number of stops.

How many trains run daily from Washington DC to Boston?

There are typically 48 trains per day on this route. Frequency may vary on weekends and holidays.

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