How much does a train ticket cost from Raleigh to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Boston start from £77. The average price for this train route is around £96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Boston?

The average train journey time from Raleigh to Boston is 23h 52m, covering a distance of 609 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Raleigh to Boston departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 10:13.

Train Raleigh to Boston from £73 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 16 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:58	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 19 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	1d	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 21 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 29m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 45m	09:58	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 45m	09:58	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	10:13	Union Station	23h 52m	10:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:18 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh 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 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

17h 15mAverage duration

603 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£60 - £184	Average duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£77 - £324	Average duration23h 52m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5759 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 £77

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh to Boston, MA, 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 Raleigh to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Boston start from £77. The average price for this train route is around £96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Boston?
The average train journey time from Raleigh to Boston is 23h 52m, covering a distance of 609 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Raleigh to Boston?
The earliest train from Raleigh to Boston departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 10:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/02

£252

14/02

£104

Today

£278

16/02

£278

17/02

£128

18/02

£128

19/02

£189

20/02

£173

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of £104

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

You can expect to pay from £104 to £527 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £128, which is on 2026-02-17.