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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Springfield Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5741 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $172
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Springfield start from $172. The average price for this train route is around $473. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Springfield?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Springfield is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 981 miles (1581 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Springfield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Springfield?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Springfield at 9:36am. And the latest train departs at 12:57pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $165To 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 Springfield, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $165 to $874 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2026-01-21.
