How to get to Boston, MA from Burlington, NC

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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 train, with an average ticket price of £341 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £341, while a flight costs an average of £411.

Distance: 1002 km

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£341

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£411

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£104

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20h 32m

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20h 2m

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4h 1m

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2h 0m

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12h 0m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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3.0 - 6.0kg

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Compare ways to travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA

Compare the available ways to get from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA is a train with an average price of £341.

This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA:

A train is £70 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA costing on average £411.

The fastest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 1m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Burlington, NC and Boston, MA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £341 compared to roughly £104 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£237. The journey takes 20h 2m versus 12h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA

How to get to Boston, MA from Burlington, NC by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Burlington, NC to Boston, MA

Travel to Boston, MA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Burlington, NC and Boston, MA including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA is a train with an average price of £341.

This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA:

A train is £70 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA costing on average £411.

The fastest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 1m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 32m.

The Burlington, NC to Boston, MA distance is approximately 1002 km.
The average frequency per day from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA is:
  • Around 78 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Burlington, NC and Boston, MA as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Edward L. Logan International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Burlington Station, Burlington, NC and arrive in South Station, Boston, MA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, Republic Airlines, psa airlines, piedmont airlines to go to Boston, MA by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Boston, MA by train.
Omio customers who travel from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Providence, RI. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Boston, MA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Burlington, NC to Boston, MA, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Boston, MA, explore the historic streets of Beacon Hill, take a scenic walk along the Charles River Esplanade, and visit the Boston Public Library. Enjoy a guided tour of the USS Constitution and discover Quincy Market's vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Common, and the New England Aquarium.
To fully explore Boston, MA, including its historical sites, cultural attractions, and diverse neighbourhoods, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended.

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