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

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Pittsburgh start from €79. The average price for this train route is around €178. 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 Pittsburgh?

The average train journey time from Boston to Pittsburgh is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 764 km. The fastest 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 run on this route with 10 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 06:05. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Train Boston to Pittsburgh from €75 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Pittsburgh on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:20	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 45m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:20	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 45m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:10	Back Bay Station	13h 55m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Pittsburgh on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	13h 40m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 15m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:29	Boston Route 128, MA	16h 11m	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 19:27 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 €57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

16h 20mAverage duration

770 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€57 - €263	Average duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€79 - €586	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

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5749 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 €79

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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Pittsburgh start from €79. The average price for this train route is around €178. 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 Pittsburgh?
The average train journey time from Boston to Pittsburgh is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 764 km. The fastest 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 run on this route with 10 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 06:05. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/01

€234

21/01

€151

Today

€333

23/01

€234

24/01

€205

25/01

€308

26/01

€190

27/01

€104

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 27 Jan 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 Boston, MA, US to Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €104 to €540 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 €104, which is on 2026-01-27.