Train from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Dallas to Boston on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dallas 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 2 days, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 078, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
2d 4hAverage duration
2499 kmDistance
62kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 078 - R 10 978Average duration2d 4h
62kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 121 - R 42 254Average duration2d 7h
226kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Boston start from R 4 121. The average price for this train route is around R 6 860. 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 Dallas to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Dallas to Boston is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 2483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Dallas to Boston departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/12
R 9 946
13/12
R 12 230
Today
R 7 871
15/12
R 6 314
16/12
R 6 435
17/12
R 13 337
18/12
No data
19/12
R 8 390
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 314

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 314 to R 31 620 for a train ticket from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 314, which is on 2025-12-15.

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