How much is the train ticket from Saint Paul to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to Boston start from $137. The average price for this train route is around $499. 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 Saint Paul to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Saint Paul to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1109 miles (1789 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Saint Paul to Boston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Saint Paul to Boston at 8:50am. And the latest train departs at 11:49am.

Train Saint Paul to Boston from $124 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Saint Paul to Boston on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:49am	Union Depot	1d 7h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:49am	Union Depot	1d 7h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 10h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 13h	10:54pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 10h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to Boston on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 10h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 10h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 10h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 12h	9:58pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 10h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul 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, 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

1110 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $723	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$137 - $2,245	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 163kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Saint Paul, US and Boston, MA, US?

Saint Paul, US

A
Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $137

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to Boston start from $137. The average price for this train route is around $499. 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 Saint Paul to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Saint Paul to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1109 miles (1789 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Saint Paul to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Saint Paul to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Saint Paul to Boston at 8:50am. And the latest train departs at 11:49am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$209

12/11

$372

Today

$235

12/13

$235

12/14

$361

12/15

$124

12/16

$141

12/17

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The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $1,736 for a train ticket from Saint Paul, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-12-15.