Shortest travel time:
6 h 40 m
Longest travel time:
10 h 59 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$155
Avg. daily departures:
16
Earliest departure:
05:05
Latest departure:
19:55
Boston
Boston train stations
Boston South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, United States
Boston North Station
135 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114, United States
372 km
Washington
Washington train station
Washington Union Station
50 Massachusetts Avenue , NE Washington, DC United States, United States

Boston to Washington Train Information

Among the top choices for traveling from Boston to Washington is taking a fast and modern train. All high-speed trains running between the cities were designed to offer the passengers everything they might need for a pleasant journey, including several travel classes to choose from, fast travel times (the journey takes about 8 hours), and an extensive timetable with up to 16 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from Boston to Washington boast light and spacious carriages, equipped with cushy seats, and offer plenty of legroom and generous luggage space. Big panoramic windows are perfect for admiring the spectacular views along the way. Another reason to opt for a train ride from Boston to Washington is that the train stations are located close to the city centers and are conveniently accessible by public transport, making it very easy to get around.

Boston to Washington Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
6 hrs 40 min
8 hrs 19 min
05:05
11:40
10
Afternoon trains
6 hrs 50 min
8 hrs 8 min
13:05
16:15
5
Evening trains
10 hrs 59 min
10 hrs 59 min
19:55
19:55
1

Trains on Boston - Washington Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Amtrak
Acela
High-speed train
6 hrs 40 min
$290
8
Amtrak
Northeast Regional
High-speed train
7 hrs 52 min
$155
8