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 | Train | Back Bay Station | 30th Street Station | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2,143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Philadelphia start from TRY 2,143. The average price for this train route is around TRY 5,489. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Philadelphia is 5h 57m, covering a distance of 271 miles (436 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators service the Boston to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 41 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Philadelphia at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Boston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on May 23, 2026 with a price of TRY 5,249To 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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 5,249 to TRY 43,018 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 5,249 which is on 2026-05-23.
Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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