Trains from Boston, MA to Philadelphia, PA

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Today25 Apr
from US$187
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$187
Sat27 Apr
from US$140
Sun28 Apr
from US$235
Mon29 Apr
from US$102
Tue30 Apr
from US$102
Wed1 May
from US$102
Thu2 May
from US$140

Trains leaving today

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$187
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$187
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$386
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$393
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$559
Train Boston to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Train Boston to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$122
Average train trip duration5h 45m
Number of daily trains59
Earliest train departure05:05
Distance270 miles
Latest train departure20:11
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Boston Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Quiet car

Stephane N.11 August 2023
US train company: Brightline

Boston to Philadelphia Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains59
Earliest and Latest Train Departures05:05 - 20:11
Minimum PriceUS$102
Average Ticket PriceUS$122
Minimum Trip Duration4h41m
Average Train Trip Duration5h45m
Distance270 miles
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston - Philadelphia

The average train ticket price from Boston to Philadelphia is US$122. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Boston and Philadelphia is around 5h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 271 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Boston to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 59. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Boston to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
23/04
No data
24/04
US$52
Today
US$35
26/04
US$73
27/04
No data
28/04
No data
29/04
US$52
30/04
US$35
The cheapest trip from Boston to Philadelphia was searched and found on 25 Apr 2024 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$381 for a train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2024-04-30.

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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Philadelphia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Boston and Philadelphia, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Boston to Philadelphia and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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