How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Boston to Washington is R 2 265. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Washington?

A train trip between Boston and Washington is around 7h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Boston and Washington?

The number of trains from Boston to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 71. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Washington?

When taking the train from Boston to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Washington?

Trains travelling between Boston and Washington leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Union Station.

Train Boston to Washington from R 857 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:35	Back Bay Station	9h 25m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 26m	13:55	Union Station	Fastest
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:45	Back Bay Station	7h 58m	19:43	Union Station	Cheapest
06:20	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 38m	12:58	Union Station	Fastest
06:10	Back Bay Station	6h 48m	12:58	Union Station	No tags
06:40	Back Bay Station	7h 48m	14:28	Union Station	No tags
06:10	Back Bay Station	6h 48m	12:58	Union Station	No tags
06:40	Back Bay Station	7h 48m	14:28	Union Station	No tags
07:40	Back Bay Station	7h 19m	14:59	Union Station	No tags
08:45	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	16:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:11	Back Bay Station	7h 2m	21:13	Union Station	Cheapest
08:39	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 29m	15:08	Union Station	Fastest
06:40	Back Bay Station	7h 48m	14:28	Union Station	No tags
07:20	Back Bay Station	6h 58m	14:18	Union Station	No tags
07:20	Back Bay Station	6h 58m	14:18	Union Station	No tags
08:45	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	16:35	Union Station	No tags
08:30	Back Bay Station	6h 38m	15:08	Union Station	No tags
08:45	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	16:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:51	Back Bay Station	12h 3m	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 26m	13:55	Union Station	Fastest
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:35	Back Bay Station	9h 25m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 26m	13:55	Union Station	Fastest
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	Cheapest
	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 26m	13:55	Union Station	Fastest
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	08:18	Back Bay Station	8h 11m	16:29	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	Cheapest
	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 26m	13:55	Union Station	Fastest
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 55m	14:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags
	05:10	Back Bay Station	6h 45m	11:55	Union Station	No tags
	08:18	Back Bay Station	8h 11m	16:29	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:15	Back Bay Station	8h 38m	17:53	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:09 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 694, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day

10h 45mAverage duration

619 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 694 - R 3 657	Average duration10h 45m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 908 - R 13 575	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Washington, DC, US?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

Stops in Washington, DC, US

A - Union Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Washington, DC, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from Boston to Washington is R 2 265. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Boston to Washington?
A train trip between Boston and Washington is around 7h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Boston and Washington?
The number of trains from Boston to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 71. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Boston to Washington?
When taking the train from Boston to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Washington?
Trains travelling between Boston and Washington leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Union Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/11

R 1 154

12/11

R 2 990

Today

R 5 088

14/11

R 3 882

15/11

R 3 025

16/11

R 6 172

17/11

R 2 133

18/11

R 1 661

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 154

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 154 to R 14 512 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 661, which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.