Boston to Washington, DC train
Cheap train tickets from Boston to Washington, DC
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Train schedule Boston to Washington, DC
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Fastest train times from Boston to Washington, DC
Fastest Journey
6 h 50 m
Average
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
634 km
Of the 24 trains that leave Boston for Washington, DC every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Boston to Washington, DC
 | Distance | 393 miles (634 km) |
 | Average train duration | 7 h 55 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £102 (€116) |
 | Train frequency | 12 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Amtrak or Amtrak |
Trains from Boston to Washington, DC cover the 393 miles (634 km) long journey taking on average 7 h 55 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £102, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £41.
Train companies: Amtrak Acela and Amtrak trains Boston to Washington, DC
Travel from Boston to Washington, DC from £41 with Omio’s train partners Amtrak Acela and Amtrak! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.
Acela is Amtrak’s flagship high-speed train service operating services along the Northeast Corridor, connecting major cities like Washington, D. C. Baltimore, Philadelphia, NYC, Providence, and Boston. Acela trains are the fastest in the United States and can reach speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). When booking an Acela train from Boston to Washington, DC, you can choose between Business Class and First Class. Although each class offers different levels of services and accommodations, amenities in both classes include seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting at every seat, conference tables, large tray tables, and spacious and comfortable seats with extra legroom. Passengers can also purchase food and drinks on the train at Café Acela.
Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Boston and Washington, DC, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.
- Average Price: £41
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