How much is the train ticket from Cincinnati to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Boston start from $150. The average price for this train route is around $257. 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 Cincinnati to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to Boston is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 732 miles (1180 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Cincinnati to Boston route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cincinnati to Boston?

The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to Boston at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 3:37am.

Train Cincinnati to Boston from $143 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Boston on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 6h	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 6h	10:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Boston on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:41am	Union Terminal	1d 18h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:41am	Union Terminal	1d 18h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	1:41am	Union Terminal	1d 18h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	1:41am	Union Terminal	1d 18h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Boston on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 6h	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 6h	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 6h	10:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 6h	10:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

729 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $622	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$150 - $2,404	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $150

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati to Boston, MA, 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 Cincinnati to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Boston start from $150. The average price for this train route is around $257. 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 Cincinnati to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to Boston is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 732 miles (1180 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Cincinnati to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cincinnati to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to Boston at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 3:37am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

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12/10

$259

Today

$307

12/12

$822

12/13

No data

12/14

$164

12/15

$273

12/16

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $2,248 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2025-12-14.