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

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Boston is R 13 524. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Boston 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 Los Angeles to Boston?

A train trip between Los Angeles and Boston is around 3d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4175 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and Boston?

The number of trains from Los Angeles to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Boston?

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

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

Trains travelling between Los Angeles and Boston leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Back Bay Station, South Station, North Station.

Train Los Angeles to Boston from R 4 746 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Boston on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	3d	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	3d 3h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
17:19	Union Station	3d 3h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
17:19	Union Station	3d 3h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
17:19	Union Station	3d 3h	00:10	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 3 days, 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 804, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

3d 6hAverage duration

4170 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 804 - R 9 659	Average duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 7 271 - R 48 646	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 379kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 584 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5584 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 6 419

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Boston, MA, US?

Stops in Los Angeles, US

A - Ramirez Street bus stop

B - UCLA

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to Boston cost?
The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Boston is R 13 524. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Boston 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 Los Angeles to Boston?
A train trip between Los Angeles and Boston is around 3d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4175 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and Boston?
The number of trains from Los Angeles to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Boston?
When taking the train from Los Angeles to Boston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to Boston?
Trains travelling between Los Angeles and Boston leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Back Bay Station, South Station, North Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 7 775

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R 13 466

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R 7 372

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 7 372

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

You can expect to pay from R 7 372 to R 56 681 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 372, which is on 2025-11-15.