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

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Boston on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MACheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
17h 15mAverage duration
769 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 187 - R 4 507Average duration17h 15m
19kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 484 - R 10 569Average duration16h 26m
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Boston, MA, US 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 Pittsburgh to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Boston start from R 1 484. The average price for this train route is around R 2 862. 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 Pittsburgh to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Boston is 16h 26m, covering a distance of 773 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Boston departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
28/01
R 3 239
29/01
R 4 669
Today
R 9 584
31/01
R 4 784
01/02
R 5 474
02/02
R 2 450
03/02
R 2 647
04/02
R 2 844
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 450

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 450 to R 14 105 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 450, which is on 2026-02-02.

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