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.

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 .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Cincinnati route?

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

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.

Train Boston to Cincinnati from R 2 451 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Cincinnati on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	Fastest
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Cincinnati on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	Fastest
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Cincinnati on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	Cheapest
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	Fastest
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	18:51	Back Bay Station	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Cincinnati on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	Cheapest
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	Fastest
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	1d 14h	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Cincinnati on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	18:51	Back Bay Station	1d 6h	01:31	Union Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:15 AM EST.

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 price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 490 - R 5 580	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 558 - R 20 821	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 701 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5701 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 R 2 558

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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.

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.
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.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Cincinnati route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
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

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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

The 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.