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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Waterloo Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Waterloo Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Waterloo Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Waterloo Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Waterloo Station | No tags |
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Get from Boston to Waterloo
The journey takes about 23 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Waterloo, IN, US?
Boston, MA, US
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $122
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Waterloo, IN, US 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 Waterloo?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Waterloo start from $122. The average price for this train route is around $515. 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 Waterloo?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Waterloo is 23h 21m, covering a distance of 718 miles (1158 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Waterloo route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Waterloo?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Waterloo at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 12:57pm.
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 Waterloo, IN, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $116To 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 Waterloo, IN, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $116 to $1,744 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Waterloo, IN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2025-12-15.
