How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to Boston cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Boston is $98. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Boston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to Boston?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Boston is around 5h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 271 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Boston?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 70. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Boston?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to Boston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the best sights and things to do in Boston?

Once in Boston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Freedom Trail, Boston Public Library, New England Aquarium, Boston Bruins at TD Garden, Duck Tour.

Train Philadelphia to Boston from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:52am	30th Street Station	6h 7m	11:59am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 50m	11:24am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
5:52am	30th Street Station	6h 7m	11:59am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:18pm	30th Street Station	6h 40m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 50m	11:24am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:52am	30th Street Station	6h 7m	11:59am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 50m	11:24am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:01pm	30th Street Station	4h 52m	12:53am	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 50m	11:24am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
10:23am	30th Street Station	5h 5m	3:28pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
9:30am	30th Street Station	5h 31m	3:01pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
5:13am	30th Street Station	5h 58m	11:11am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
4:36pm	30th Street Station	5h 1m	9:37pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
9:30am	30th Street Station	5h 31m	3:01pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
5:13am	30th Street Station	5h 58m	11:11am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:15pm	30th Street Station	6h 14m	9:29pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 50m	11:24am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Boston on November 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:52am	30th Street Station	6h 7m	11:59am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 50m	11:24am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
6:34am	30th Street Station	4h 59m	11:33am	Back Bay Station	No tags
3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 33m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

64bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

269 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $181	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $673	Average Duration5h 58m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$98

Average train trip duration5h 58m

Number of daily trains70

Earliest train departure12:26am

Distance270 miles (435 km)

Latest train departure8:04pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,563 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5563 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 $41

Amtrak Philadelphia Boston recent customer reviews

Staff provided outstanding customer service. Coach seats should be assigned (like business class)

Barbara W.

July 27, 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/02

$205

11/03

$154

Today

$78

11/05

$69

11/06

$110

11/07

$178

11/08

$154

11/09

$110

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Nov 5, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $740 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Philadelphia to Boston is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Boston you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Philadelphia and Boston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Philadelphia to Boston.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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