Train from Boston, MA, US to Cincinnati: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Cincinnati on 5 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Union TerminalCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Union TerminalFastest
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Union TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Union TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Union TerminalNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 490, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 12hAverage duration
1175 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 490 - R 5 580Average duration1d 12h
29kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 558 - R 20 821Average duration1d 6h
108kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Cincinnati by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to Cincinnati?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Cincinnati start from R 2 558. The average price for this train route is around R 5 007. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to Cincinnati?

    The average train journey time from Boston to Cincinnati is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1189 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to Cincinnati route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Cincinnati?

    The earliest train from Boston to Cincinnati departs at 12:50. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02/01
R 5 984
03/01
R 7 201
Today
No data
05/01
R 3 854
06/01
R 3 685
07/01
R 3 601
08/01
R 4 378
09/01
R 4 615
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Cincinnati was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 601

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Cincinnati as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 601 to R 37 523 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 601, which is on 2026-01-07.

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