How much is the train ticket from Boston to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Washington start at $75. The average price for this train route is around $148. 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 Washington?

The average train trip from Boston to Washington takes 7h 48m and covers 617 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 24m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 64 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Boston to Washington departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.

What is the best train operator from Boston to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Boston to Washington from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:51pm	Back Bay Station	11h 38m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
5:46pm	Boston Route 128, MA	9h 14m	3:00am	Union Station	Fastest
5:35pm	Back Bay Station	9h 25m	3:00am	Union Station	No tags
5:35pm	Back Bay Station	9h 25m	3:00am	Union Station	No tags
7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 28m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:14pm	Back Bay Station	6h 44m	7:58pm	Union Station	Cheapest
1:23pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 35m	7:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
6:10am	Back Bay Station	6h 48m	12:58pm	Union Station	No tags
6:40am	Back Bay Station	7h 45m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Back Bay Station	6h 48m	12:58pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:51pm	Back Bay Station	11h 38m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
6:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 38m	12:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
6:10am	Back Bay Station	6h 48m	12:58pm	Union Station	No tags
6:40am	Back Bay Station	7h 45m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
6:10am	Back Bay Station	6h 48m	12:58pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:45pm	Back Bay Station	7h 56m	12:41am	Union Station	Cheapest
5:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 24m	12:03am	Union Station	Fastest
6:40am	Back Bay Station	7h 45m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
7:20am	Back Bay Station	6h 59m	2:19pm	Union Station	No tags
6:40am	Back Bay Station	7h 45m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:26am	Back Bay Station	8h 8m	6:34pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 24m	1:53pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:01am	Back Bay Station	6h 59m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:15am	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	9:15am	Back Bay Station	8h 32m	5:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:26am	Back Bay Station	7h 59m	5:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 24m	1:53pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:01am	Back Bay Station	6h 59m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:15am	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	9:15am	Back Bay Station	8h 32m	5:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:18am	Back Bay Station	8h 7m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 24m	1:53pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:01am	Back Bay Station	6h 59m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:15am	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	9:15am	Back Bay Station	8h 32m	5:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Washington on January 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:01am	Back Bay Station	6h 59m	1:00pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 24m	1:53pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:01am	Back Bay Station	6h 59m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:15am	Back Bay Station	7h 50m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	9:15am	Back Bay Station	8h 32m	5:47pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day

10h 50mAverage Duration

619 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$60 - $365	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $897	Average Duration7h 48m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

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

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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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Washington start at $75. The average price for this train route is around $148. 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 Washington?
The average train trip from Boston to Washington takes 7h 48m and covers 617 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 24m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 64 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Washington?
The earliest train from Boston to Washington departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-14

$174

01-15

$182

Today

$416

01-17

$142

01-18

$329

01-19

$416

01-20

$125

01-21

$95

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $95

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 $95 to $1,184 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 $95 which is on 2026-01-21.

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.