The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
578 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA will cost around £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 4 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Boston, MA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 578 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 14 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.








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Compare train, coach and flight for Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 578 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£118 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £238 Average Price |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86 Northeast Regional | 13:37 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h08 | 20:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 13:37 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h15 | 20:52 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 15:18 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h46 | 23:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 15:18 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h38 | 22:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 Acela | 17:25 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h16 | 23:41 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 Acela | 17:25 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h23 | 23:48 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 18:07 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h22 | 01:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 18:07 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h29 | 01:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2168 Acela | 18:25 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h24 | 00:49 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2168 Acela | 18:25 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h19 | 00:44 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 18:48 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h12 | 02:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 18:48 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h18 | 02:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 20:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h35 | 03:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 20:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h42 | 03:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 20:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h24 | 04:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 20:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h29 | 04:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 02:51 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 11h14 | 14:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 02:51 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 11h07 | 13:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 03:51 Baltimore, MD | 11h14 | 15:05 Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:03 Baltimore, MD | 7h19 | 19:22 Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA run on average 30 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 578 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 578 km |
Average train duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:51 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Boston, MA from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD 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
Important Stations and Airports in Baltimore, MD and Boston, MA
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
- 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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