Train from Pittsburgh to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Boston on June 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MACheapest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MAFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Back Bay StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:22 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh 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 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 726, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
14h 40mAverage Duration
480 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceR 726 - R 6 045Average Duration14h 40m
19kg CO₂e
Average PriceR 1 680 - R 12 096Average Duration17h 22m
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pittsburgh 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Boston start from R 1 680. The average price for this train route is around R 3 572. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Boston?

    The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Boston is 17h 22m, covering a distance of 477 miles (770 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Boston route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Pittsburgh to Boston?

    The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Boston at 5:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/26
R 5 990
06/27
R 5 990
Today
R 7 053
06/29
R 2 769
06/30
R 2 386
07/01
R 9 038
07/02
R 3 849
07/03
R 2 821
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jun 30, 2026 with a price of R 2 386

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 386 to R 13 460 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 386 which is on 2026-06-30.

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