The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£314
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Boston, MA will cost around £314 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 36 trains that leave Washington, DC 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 634 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 4 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.
174 Northeast Regional10:358h21Washington Union Station, Washington, DC18:56Back Bay station, Boston, MA£851One-way0 changes
176 Northeast Regional15:308h20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:50South Station, Boston, MA£1181One-way0 changes
176 Northeast Regional15:308h13Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:43Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1181One-way0 changes
178 Northeast Regional15:568h14Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1181One-way0 changes
178 Northeast Regional15:568h19Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0:15South Station, Boston, MA£1181One-way0 changes
2150 Acela4:476h46Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:33Back Bay station, Boston, MA£5211One-way0 changes
2154 Acela8:306h57Washington Union Station, Washington, DC15:27Back Bay station, Boston, MA£5211One-way0 changes
2150 Acela4:476h57Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:44South Station, Boston, MA£5211One-way0 changes
2160 NextGen Acela14:507h00Washington Union Station, Washington, DC21:50Back Bay station, Boston, MA£5211One-way0 changes
2154 Acela8:307h04Washington Union Station, Washington, DC15:34South Station, Boston, MA£5211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £78.
Distance: 634 km
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6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Boston, MA trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
176 Northeast Regional | 15:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h20 | 23:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 15:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h13 | 23:43 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 15:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h19 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 15:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h14 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 16:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h10 | 23:30 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 16:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h17 | 23:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 22:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 12h05 | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 22:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 11h58 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
6076 AMTRAK · 170 Northeast Regional | 3:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h44 | 13:04 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional | 3:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h39 | 11:59 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
6076 AMTRAK · 170 Northeast Regional | 3:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h51 | 13:11 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional | 3:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h46 | 12:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
2150 Acela | 4:47 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h57 | 11:44 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 4:47 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h46 | 11:33 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h59 | 13:04 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h06 | 13:11 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2152 Acela | 6:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h05 | 13:50 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2152 Acela | 6:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h11 | 13:56 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:06 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h14 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:06 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h22 | 15:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2154 Acela | 8:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h57 | 15:27 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2154 Acela | 8:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h04 | 15:34 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 8:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h55 | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 8:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h02 | 16:52 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h29 | 19:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h21 | 18:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 11:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h33 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 11:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h40 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 12:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h07 | 19:57 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 12:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h14 | 20:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 13:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h16 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 13:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h09 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 14:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h00 | 22:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 14:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h06 | 22:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 14:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h08 | 21:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 14:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h00 | 21:50 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Trains from Washington, DC to Boston, MA run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 634 km distance in 8h 2m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC and Boston, MA
Most Washington, DC to Boston, MA trains use the Union Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Boston, MA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Which Boston, MA station do trains from Washington, DC arrive at?
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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