How much is the train ticket from Greensboro to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Greensboro to Boston start from R 1 919. The average price for this train route is around R 5 732. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greensboro to Boston?

The average train journey time from Greensboro to Boston is 16h 41m, covering a distance of 1026 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Greensboro to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Greensboro to Boston departs at 07:29. And the latest train departs at 08:24.

Train Greensboro to Boston from R 1 834 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Greensboro to Boston on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	1d 1h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	15h 25m	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	15h 25m	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	17h 30m	00:59	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	15h 25m	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:56 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Greensboro 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 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 594, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

21h 10mAverage duration

1026 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 594 - R 8 652	Average duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 919 - R 24 620	Average duration16h 41m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Greensboro, NC and Boston, MA, US?

Greensboro, NC

A
Greensboro Station
234 A East Washington St , Greensboro, NC 27425
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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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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 R 1 919

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Greensboro, NC 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.

How much is the train ticket from Greensboro to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Greensboro to Boston start from R 1 919. The average price for this train route is around R 5 732. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greensboro to Boston?
The average train journey time from Greensboro to Boston is 16h 41m, covering a distance of 1026 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Greensboro to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Greensboro to Boston?
The earliest train from Greensboro to Boston departs at 07:29. And the latest train departs at 08:24.

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 6 210

11/12

R 11 780

Today

R 9 324

13/12

No data

14/12

R 4 705

15/12

No data

16/12

R 2 128

17/12

R 3 097

The cheapest trip from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 128

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 128 to R 16 035 for a train ticket from Greensboro, NC to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 128, which is on 2025-12-16.