Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Boston to Durham on 29 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:51	Back Bay Station	1d	18:58	Durham Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	23h 57m	18:58	Durham Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:51	Back Bay Station	23h 24m	18:15	Durham Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	23h 14m	18:15	Durham Station
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	23h 16m	18:01	Durham Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

17h 45mAverage duration

606 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePEN 266 - PEN 837	Average duration17h 45m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePEN 473 - PEN 1,930	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,521 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6521 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 PEN 473

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Durham, NC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Durham start from PEN 473. The average price for this train route is around PEN 967. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Durham?
The average train journey time from Boston to Durham is 1d , covering a distance of 603 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Durham?
The earliest train from Boston to Durham departs at 18:45. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/09

PEN 1,018

27/09

No data

Today

PEN 1,098

29/09

PEN 683

30/09

No data

01/10

PEN 847

02/10

PEN 1,052

03/10

PEN 1,136

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 29 Sept 2026 with a price of PEN 683

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 683 to PEN 1,829 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 683, which is on 2026-09-29.