How much is the train ticket from Boston to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Pittsburgh start at $153. The average price for this train route is around $343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Boston to Pittsburgh?

The average train trip from Boston to Pittsburgh takes 16h 20m and covers 764 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Pittsburgh route?

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

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

The earliest train from Boston to Pittsburgh departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 7:30am.

Train Boston to Pittsburgh from $184 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Pittsburgh on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 50m	11:40pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 45m	8:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 45m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 50m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 50m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Pittsburgh on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Pittsburgh on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Pittsburgh on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Pittsburgh on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Pittsburgh on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

16h 20mAverage Duration

775 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $506	Average Duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$153 - $1,344	Average Duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

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

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $153

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Pittsburgh start at $153. The average price for this train route is around $343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Boston to Pittsburgh?
The average train trip from Boston to Pittsburgh takes 16h 20m and covers 764 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Pittsburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Pittsburgh?
The earliest train from Boston to Pittsburgh departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$539

12-11

$379

Today

$736

12-13

$735

12-14

$234

12-15

$516

12-16

$245

12-17

$260

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $234

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 Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $234 to $1,016 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $234 which is on 2025-12-14.