How much is the train ticket from Saint Paul to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to Boston start from R 2 129. The average price for this train route is around R 5 939. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Saint Paul to Boston?

The average train journey time from Saint Paul to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1791 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Saint Paul to Boston 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 Saint Paul to Boston?

The earliest train from Saint Paul to Boston departs at 08:50. And the latest train departs at 11:50.

Train Saint Paul to Boston from R 2 038 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Saint Paul to Boston on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 12h	21:58	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Saint Paul to Boston on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 14h	00:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 12h	21:58	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Saint Paul to Boston on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 13h	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Saint Paul to Boston on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 12h	21:58	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Saint Paul to Boston on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 12h	21:58	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Saint Paul to Boston on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49	Union Depot	1d 7h	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 12h	21:58	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	08:50	Union Depot	1d 10h	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Saint Paul 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 1 day, 18 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 646, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 18hAverage duration

1791 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 646 - R 7 151	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 129 - R 40 634	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 163kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Saint Paul, US and Boston, MA, US?

Saint Paul, US

A
Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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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

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 129

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint Paul, 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.

How much is the train ticket from Saint Paul to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to Boston start from R 2 129. The average price for this train route is around R 5 939. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Saint Paul to Boston?
The average train journey time from Saint Paul to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1791 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Saint Paul to Boston 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 Saint Paul to Boston?
The earliest train from Saint Paul to Boston departs at 08:50. And the latest train departs at 11:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

25/01

R 6 130

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Today

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28/01

R 4 421

29/01

R 7 494

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31/01

R 3 468

01/02

R 3 698

The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 468

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 468 to R 26 161 for a train ticket from Saint Paul, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 468, which is on 2026-01-31.