The cheapest and fastest trains from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£320
Average price
£415
Fastest journey
1 d 46 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1002 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burlington, NC 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 Burlington, NC to Boston, MA will cost around £415 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £320.
To travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA you need to make at least one change.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Burlington, NC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £142. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £142, and a train costs an average of £158.
Distance: 1002 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£158 Average Price | £142 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 13m Average total duration 17h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burlington, NC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Burlington, NC to Boston, MA trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:46 Burlington, NC | 24h46 | 09:32 Boston, MA | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:41 Burlington, NC | 39h24 | 10:05 Boston, MA | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA
Trains from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £158 but you can travel from only £142 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 1002 km distance in 25h 24m.
Distance 1002 km |
Average train duration 17h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £158 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 25h 24m |
First train 07:29 |
Last train 18:51 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Burlington, NC and Boston, MA from £142. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burlington, NC to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burlington, NC 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 Burlington, NC and Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Grill 584
- Village Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Burlington
- Drury Inn & Suites Burlington
- Best Western Plus Burlington
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Link Transit
- Taxi services 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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