Train from Burlington, VT, US to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Burlington to Boston on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Burlington Union Station
Boston Route 128, MACheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Burlington Union Station
Boston Route 128, MAFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Burlington Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Burlington Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Burlington Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Burlington 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 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 624, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
4h 45mAverage duration
294 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 624 - R 3 625Average duration4h 45m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 574 - R 9 659Average duration13h 13m
28kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burlington, VT, US to Boston, MA, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Burlington to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Boston start from R 1 574. The average price for this train route is around R 3 091. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Burlington to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Burlington to Boston is 13h 13m, covering a distance of 303 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Burlington to Boston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Burlington to Boston?

    The earliest train from Burlington to Boston departs at 09:50. And the latest train departs at 09:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 2 673
11/12
R 2 673
Today
R 3 277
13/12
R 4 743
14/12
R 5 691
15/12
R 2 449
16/12
R 3 242
17/12
R 3 639
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 449

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 449 to R 7 398 for a train ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 449, which is on 2025-12-15.

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