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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Old Town San Diego | South Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Old Town San Diego | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5765 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $501
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Boston start at $501. The average price for this train route is around $756. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Boston?
The average train trip from San Diego to Boston takes 3d 4h and covers 4150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Boston?
The earliest train from San Diego to Boston departs at 2:01pm. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Mar 4, 2026 with a price of $482To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $482 to $2,688 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $482 which is on 2026-03-04.
