30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£144

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£229

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

5 h 26 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

6 h 46 m

Trains on 12 Sept

5

Distance

436 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA will cost around £229 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £144.

Fast trains

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 5 trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA, including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 43 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.

  • Amtrak42 Pennsylvanian · 168 Northeast Regional
    15:258h01
    30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    23:26South Station, Boston, MA
    £1441One-way
    1 change
  • Amtrak168 Northeast Regional
    17:186h08
    30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    23:26South Station, Boston, MA
    £1781One-way
    0 changes
  • Amtrak66 Northeast Regional
    1:228h43
    30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    10:05South Station, Boston, MA
    £2241One-way
    0 changes
  • Amtrak2262 NextGen Acela
    17:545h30
    30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    23:24South Station, Boston, MA
    £2371One-way
    0 changes
  • Amtrak2260 NextGen Acela
    16:385h26
    30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    22:04South Station, Boston, MA
    £3601One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £143.

Distance: 436 km

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Driving

£102

Average Price

£39

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Cheapest

£143

Average Price

£76

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 20m

Average total duration

5h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 44m

Average total duration

7h 14m

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30m

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3h 25m

Average total duration

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1h 25m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 8m

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA:

A coach is £63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA costing on average £102.

A coach is £105 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA costing on average £143.

The fastest way to travel from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to South Station, Boston, MA take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 50m.

Coach takes on average 7h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and South Station, Boston, MA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £102 compared to roughly £76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-26.02. The journey takes 5h 50m versus 5h 8m 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

30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA train times

The table below shows live departures for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Amtrak134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional13:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
7h38
21:36 South Station, Boston, MA1 change
Amtrak650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
7h21
21:36 South Station, Boston, MA1 change
Amtrak2158 NextGen Acela14:36 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
5h28
20:04 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak184 Northeast Regional15:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
6h13
21:36 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak94 Northeast Regional16:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
6h05
22:06 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak2160 NextGen Acela16:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
5h25
21:58 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional17:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
6h57
0:15 South Station, Boston, MA1 change
Amtrak176 Northeast Regional17:27 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
6h23
23:50 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak178 Northeast Regional18:00 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
6h15
0:15 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak2162 NextGen Acela18:02 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
5h35
23:37 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect
Amtrak66 Northeast Regional1:22 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
8h43
10:05 South Station, Boston, MA0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA

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Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 436 km distance in 5h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance
436 km
Average train duration
5h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
5h 28m
First train
7:25
Last train
22:00
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23

Train companies: Amtrak from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and South Station, Boston, MA from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Amtrak Duration
6h 1m
Cheapest Amtrak Price
£23
Amtrak frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
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What's included in each class

Compare Amtrak classes and the amenities included in each one.

Bedroom
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Free Drinks
  • Free meal
  • Lounge Access
Business Class Seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Free Drinks
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • WC
Business Travel Roomette
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Free Drinks
  • Free meal
  • Lounge Access
Coach Lower Level Seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
Coach Reserved Seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
Coach Seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Coach Unreserved Seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
Family Bedroom
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Free Drinks
  • Free meal
  • Lounge Access
Superliner Roomette
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Free Drinks
  • Free meal
  • Lounge Access
Viewliner Roomette
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Free Drinks
  • Free meal
  • Lounge Access

FAQs: 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, 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 South Station, Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £102.
The train journey from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA covers a distance of 436 km and takes approximately 5h 28m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA is 436 km.
The first train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA leaves at 7:25.
The last train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA departs at 22:00.
Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA run approximately 17 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA.
Yes, there is a direct train between 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and South Station, Boston, MA. The service operates 14 times per day, provided by Amtrak, Amtrak.
To get from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA.
The cheapest way to get from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from 30th Street Station, PA to South Station, MA offers a mix of urban and natural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the Delaware River, the lush landscapes of Connecticut, and glimpses of the coastline as they travel through New England.
A day trip from 30th Street Station, PA to South Station, MA is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 28m. However, trains operate 19 times per day over a distance of 436 km.
Yes, you can take the train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and South Station, Boston, MA

Most 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to South Station, Boston, MA trains use the 30th Street Station to South Station station pair. Use this guide to compare 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and South Station, Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Philadelphia
Arrival train stations in Boston
30th Street Station2955 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA+1 215-349-2135WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre

30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainAir, War, Wil, Med, Wtr, Lan, Pao, Cyn, Nor, Tre, Chw, Fox · 4m · £3 · every ~21 min
Bus414, 417, 555 · 9m · £2
31, 44, 62, 124, 125 · 10m · £3 · every ~16 min
TramT1, T2, T3, T4, T5 · 6m · £3 · every ~57 min

30th Street Station train station facilities and services

30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.

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