The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£189
Average price
£282
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
24
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 £282 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.
Of the 24 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Boston, MA every day 24 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 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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.
66 Northeast Regional22:5111h14Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD10:05South Station, Boston, MA£1891One-way0 changes
66 Northeast Regional22:5111h07Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD9:58Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1891One-way0 changes
194 Northeast Regional13:477h26Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD21:13Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1891One-way0 changes
168 Northeast Regional16:047h16Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD23:20Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1891One-way0 changes
194 Northeast Regional13:477h31Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD21:18South Station, Boston, MA£1891One-way0 changes
2250 NextGen Acela9:126h29Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD15:41Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3011One-way0 changes
2252 NextGen Acela11:276h30Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD17:57Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3011One-way0 changes
2252 NextGen Acela11:276h36Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD18:03South Station, Boston, MA£3011One-way0 changes
2250 NextGen Acela9:126h44Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD15:56South Station, Boston, MA£3011One-way0 changes
2248 Acela8:236h45Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD15:08Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3011One-way0 changes
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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 £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 £32, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 578 km
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£149 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £233 Average Price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m 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 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2150 Acela | 5:34 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h10 | 11:44 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 5:34 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 5h59 | 11:33 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:44 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h20 | 13:04 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:44 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h27 | 13:11 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:50 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h38 | 15:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:50 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h30 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 10:00 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h22 | 16:22 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 10:00 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h10 | 16:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 12:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 8h51 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 12:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 8h58 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 13:21 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h30 | 19:51 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 13:21 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h24 | 19:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 14:07 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h29 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 14:07 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h22 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 14:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h17 | 22:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 14:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h23 | 22:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 15:24 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h34 | 21:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 15:24 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h27 | 21:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 16:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h35 | 23:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 16:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h42 | 23:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 16:27 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h40 | 23:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 16:27 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 6h29 | 22:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 16:37 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h33 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 16:37 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 7h38 | 0:15 South Station, 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 28 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 27 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 19m.
Distance 578 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
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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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