- Must visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£173
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 40 trains that leave Boston, MA for Philadelphia, PA every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.
179 Northeast Regional
179 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
177 Northeast Regional
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional
2167 Acela
2151 NextGen Acela
2165 NextGen Acela
2159 NextGen Acela
2151 NextGen AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 435 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£132 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h08 | 10:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h03 | 10:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h46 | 11:56 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:15 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h41 | 11:56 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h17 | 12:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h12 | 12:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h03 | 14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 7h53 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:18 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h47 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:18 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h57 | 14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h31 | 15:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 7h05 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h11 | 14:11 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 9:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h00 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h06 | 14:11 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 9:05 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h26 | 15:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h04 | 15:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h58 | 15:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h08 | 16:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:26 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h02 | 16:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 NextGen Acela | 11:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h10 | 16:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 NextGen Acela | 11:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h05 | 16:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h49 | 17:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:46 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h43 | 17:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 12h01 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 changes | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 11h54 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 changes | |
2167 Acela | 13:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h09 | 18:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 13:06 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h03 | 18:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 13:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h15 | 19:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 13:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h09 | 19:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h19 | 20:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h04 | 21:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h13 | 20:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h58 | 21:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 17:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h15 | 23:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 17:35 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h10 | 23:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h06 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h00 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 19:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h52 | 1:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 19:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h47 | 1:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 37 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 20:42 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA trains use the South Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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