The cheapest and fastest trains from Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£114
Average price
£177
Fastest journey
13 h 13 m
Average duration
13 h 32 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
881 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lynchburg, VA 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 Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
Of the 8 trains that leave Lynchburg, VA 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 881 km distance in an average of 13 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 29 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.
178 Northeast Regional10:5713h18Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA0:15South Station, Boston, MA£1141One-way0 changes
178 Northeast Regional10:5713h13Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA0:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1141One-way0 changes
66 Northeast Regional17:4016h18Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA9:58Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1521One-way0 changes
66 Northeast Regional17:4016h25Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA10:05South Station, Boston, MA£1521One-way0 changes
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional9:4114h34Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA0:15South Station, Boston, MA£1921One-way1 change
178 Northeast Regional10:5713h13Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA0:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1141One-way0 changes
20 Crescent+
2172 NextGen Acela9:4113h15Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA22:56Back Bay station, Boston, MA£2491One-way1 change
178 Northeast Regional10:5713h18Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA0:15South Station, Boston, MA£1141One-way0 changes
20 Crescent+
2172 NextGen Acela9:4113h26Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA23:07South Station, Boston, MA£2491One-way1 change
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional9:4114h29Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA0:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1921One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 881 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£112 Average Price | £188 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 6m Average total duration 16h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 22:40 Lynchburg, VA | 16h25 | 15:05 Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional | 9:41 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 14h34 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional | 9:41 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 14h29 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
20 Crescent+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 9:41 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 13h15 | 22:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
20 Crescent+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 9:41 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 13h26 | 23:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
178 Northeast Regional | 10:57 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 13h18 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 10:57 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 13h13 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA
Trains from Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £58 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 17:40. The fastest train covers the 881 km distance in 14h 2m.
Distance 881 km |
Average train duration 12h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 14h 2m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 17:40 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lynchburg, VA and Boston, MA from £58. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lynchburg, VA to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lynchburg, VA 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 Lynchburg, VA and Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Depot Grille
- Shoemakers American Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- The Virginian Hotel
- Craddock Terry Hotel and Event Center
- Holiday Inn Lynchburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access and restrooms
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
- 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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