Previously seen trips

Next departures for Durham to Boston on August 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	9:27am	Durham Station	1d	10:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)
Train	9:27am	Durham Station	1d	10:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)
Train	9:27am	Durham Station	1d	10:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)
Train	9:27am	Durham Station	1d	9:58am	Back Bay Station
Train	9:27am	Durham Station	1d	10:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham 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 17 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

17h 25mAverage Duration

606 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 274 - PEN 822	Average Duration17h 25m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 367 - PEN 1,545	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6467 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 PEN 367

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US 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 Durham to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Boston start from PEN 367. The average price for this train route is around PEN 915. 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 Durham to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Boston is 1d , covering a distance of 603 miles (972 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Boston at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:27am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/25

PEN 736

08/26

PEN 856

Today

PEN 1,059

08/28

PEN 918

08/29

PEN 880

08/30

PEN 306

08/31

PEN 698

09/01

PEN 674

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Aug 30, 2026 with a price of PEN 306

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 306 to PEN 2,331 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 306 which is on 2026-08-30.