The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£286
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA will cost around £286 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £156.
Of the 36 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Boston, MA every day 30 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 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional14:147h2230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA21:36South Station, Boston, MA£1561One-way1 change
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional13:587h3830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA21:36South Station, Boston, MA£1561One-way1 change
94 Northeast Regional15:596h0730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:06South Station, Boston, MA£2161One-way0 changes
94 Northeast Regional15:596h0130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:00Back Bay station, Boston, MA£2161One-way0 changes
176 Northeast Regional17:266h2430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA23:50South Station, Boston, MA£2161One-way0 changes
2150 Acela6:374h5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:33Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3481One-way0 changes
2162 Acela11:095h0130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA16:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£4351One-way0 changes
2150 Acela6:375h0730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:44South Station, Boston, MA£3481One-way0 changes
2166 NextGen Acela14:325h1330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:45Back Bay station, Boston, MA£3481One-way0 changes
2162 Acela11:095h1330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA16:22South Station, Boston, MA£4351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. 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 £31, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 435 km
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£138 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m 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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Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h33 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h40 | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 5:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h08 | 12:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 5:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h01 | 11:59 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 6:37 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h07 | 11:44 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 6:37 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h56 | 11:33 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 6:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h06 | 13:04 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 6:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h13 | 13:11 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 9:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h20 | 15:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 9:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h12 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h01 | 16:52 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h54 | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 11:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h01 | 16:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 11:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h13 | 16:22 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 12:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h24 | 18:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 12:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h32 | 19:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 13:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h31 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 13:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h38 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 14:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h15 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 14:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h22 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 14:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h13 | 19:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 14:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h19 | 19:51 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 15:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h13 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 15:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h06 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 15:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h07 | 22:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 15:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h01 | 22:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 16:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h20 | 21:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 16:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h27 | 21:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 17:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h58 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 17:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h53 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
176 Northeast Regional | 17:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h24 | 23:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 17:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h17 | 23:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 17:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h17 | 22:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 17:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h28 | 23:07 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 17:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h16 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 17:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h11 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA run on average 36 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 20:17 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several 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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