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WAS — BOS
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
Thu 12/4

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8h 13m
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8h 08m
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Washington, D.C. to Boston train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Washington, D.C. to Boston

ROUND-TRIP FROM

$174

ONE-WAY FROM

$66

AVG TRAVEL TIME

8h 01m

TRAIN COMPANIES

Amtrak
The best round-trip train deal from Washington, D.C. to Boston found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $174
The best one-way train deal from Washington, D.C. to Boston found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $66
Average time it takes to travel by train from Washington, D.C. to Boston
There is 1 train company servicing this route: Amtrak

Cheapest trains to Boston

Washington, D.C. Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. LortonWashington, D.C., 38.70814, -77.22094
Washington, D.C. AberdeenWashington, D.C., 39.508446, -76.16326
Washington, D.C. FredericksburgWashington, D.C., 38.298412, -77.45721
Washington, D.C. New CarrolltonWashington, D.C., 38.94778, -76.871666
Washington, D.C. AlexandriaWashington, D.C., 38.806503, -77.06233
Washington, D.C. UnionWashington, D.C., 38.89731, -77.00626

Boston Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Boston
Boston Quincy Center StationBoston, 42.25201, -71.00597
Boston DoverBoston, 43.197968, -70.878365
Boston FraminghamBoston, 42.276688, -71.417465
Boston North StationBoston, 42.366234, -71.06112
Boston Back BayBoston, 42.34722, -71.075554
Boston Westwood Route 128 and University ParkBoston, 42.210278, -71.14722

Book round-trip train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Boston that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
Amtrak
Nov 17
8:50 amWashington, D.C. Union
8h 02m
4:52 pmBoston South Station
Nov 19
9:20 amBoston South Station
8h 03m
5:23 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Nov 17
10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Union
11h 58m
9:58 amBoston Back Bay
Nov 19
9:26 amBoston Back Bay
7h 57m
5:23 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Nov 17
7:58 amAlexandria
8h 47m
4:45 pmBoston Back Bay
Nov 19
9:26 amBoston Back Bay
8h 48m
6:14 pmAlexandria
Amtrak
Nov 20
5:00 amWashington, D.C. Union
8h 11m
1:11 pmBoston South Station
Dec 2
1:37 pmBoston South Station
8h 16m
9:53 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Nov 20
5:00 amWashington, D.C. Union
8h 04m
1:04 pmBoston Back Bay
Dec 2
1:43 pmBoston Back Bay
8h 10m
9:53 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Nov 17
9:12 pmAlexandria
12h 53m
10:05 amBoston South Station
Nov 19
9:20 amBoston South Station
8h 54m
6:14 pmAlexandria

Book one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Boston we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
Amtrak
Dec 2
4:02 pmWashington, D.C. Union
8h 13m
12:15 amBoston South Station
Amtrak
Dec 3
4:02 pmWashington, D.C. Union
8h 08m
12:10 amBoston Back Bay
Amtrak
Dec 2
4:02 pmWashington, D.C. Union
8h 13m
12:15 amBoston South Station
Amtrak
Dec 2
4:02 pmWashington, D.C. Union
8h 08m
12:10 amBoston Back Bay
Amtrak
Dec 3
4:02 pmWashington, D.C. Union
8h 13m
12:15 amBoston South Station
Amtrak
Dec 2
4:02 pmWashington, D.C. Union
8h 08m
12:10 amBoston Back Bay

Choose the best way to get from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Buses

9h 10m
$45 one-way$103 round-trip
Nonstop · from $103

Distance to downtown

ZTO0.6 mi
61lb CO2

81% less than flights

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Washington, D.C. to Boston Buses

Trains

8h 02m
$66 one-way$174 round-trip
Nonstop · from $174

Distance to downtown

ZTO0.6 mi
ZTY1.3 mi

Flights

1h 29m
$73 one-way$133 round-trip
Nonstop · from $1361 stop · from $86

Distance to downtown

BOS2.6 mi

FAQs for booking trains from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Do Amtrak trains from Washington to Boston have Wi-Fi?

Traveling by train from Washington to Boston is not only affordable but also exciting for most travelers. Amtrak Acela trains to Boston from Washington, DC are popular among travelers because of the free Wi-Fi, which is one of the key amenities offered onboard. With your smartphone, tablet, or laptop, the Wi-Fi will enable you to stream your favorite videos, online games, or music as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. Access to online entertainment while you travel is a major perk on this trip. In addition to being one of the amenities onboard trains, free Wi-Fi is also available at all Amtrak train stations in Washington, DC and along the way, so even as you wait to board your train, you can take advantage of the free Wi-Fi.

What train stations are used when traveling from Washington to Boston?

Union Station, located on Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, DC, is the main departure station for trains from Washington to Boston. The distance from the city center of Washington, DC to this train station is very short and easily walkable. The journey to the train station from the city center takes about 20 minutes if you choose to use the subway. Apart from the subway, travelers can also connect to the station via public buses. Additionally, taxis provide a convenient and reliable means of transport for travelers needing to get to the train station from the city. A good number of travelers headed to Boston from Washington travel via train and have to connect to Union Station on Massachusetts Avenue.

Are overnight trains available for travelers from Washington to Boston?

Amtrak Acela overnight Washington to Boston trains are convenient for travelers who want to arrive in Boston very early, perhaps to attend a morning meeting. Most of the trains take about 7h 40 min to travel from Washington to Boston. If you book a train that leaves Union Station in Washington at around 10:14 p.m., you will arrive in Boston a few minutes before 6:00 a.m. the following day. Ticket prices for overnight trains to Boston from Washington differ slightly from daytime trains. In most cases, travelers who book overnight trains pay less than those traveling during the day. Additionally, overnight trains to Boston from Washington have the advantage of a shorter trip duration. Some of the fastest overnight trains take less than seven hours to travel from Washington, DC to Boston.

What luggage is allowed on Washington to Boston trains?

Being able to travel with a large number of bags is one of the reasons why many people prefer using trains over other means of transport. Amtrak Acela trains to Boston from Washington have one of the best baggage policies that clearly specifies the kind of luggage passengers are allowed to take onboard the train. According to this policy, travelers are permitted to travel with two pieces of luggage at no cost. However, these pieces have to meet the size and weight requirements. In terms of size, each piece of luggage should be no larger than 28 x 22 x 14 inches. In terms of weight, each piece of luggage should not exceed 50 lbs (23 kg). This policy is also favorable to parents who are traveling with infants or toddlers younger than two years of age. Amtrak Acela trains do not count baby items such as diaper bags toward the luggage limits of passengers. Therefore, parents of babies and small children have no need to worry about increased baggage when traveling with their kids on Washington to Boston trains.

How much does a train ticket from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl cost?

Search for train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl for this week, starting at $66 one-way.

How long is the train ride from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl?

The most time-efficient journey by train from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl currently available is 6h 39m. Depending on the train you select, the travel time may vary by up to 1h 22m. Look into Amtrak, they have one of the quickest options available.

Which train companies operate between Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl?

Ride to your destination comfortably on Amtrak. Consider Amtrak as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl starting at $174.

How far is Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl by train?

The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl is 393.5 mi, but the actual distance you’ll travel by train depends on the route taken. In terms of time, a normal route is around 6h 39m.

What is the carbon footprint of a train from Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl?

Carbon emissions when taking the train out of Washington, D.C. to Boston Logan Intl are around 96lb. The train has a smaller footprint by about 70% compared to flying this route (322lb). The carbon footprint by bus can vary, but is around 61lb.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

At 1h 29m, choosing to opt for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston for this trip versus opting for a train from Washington, D.C. to Boston or a bus from Washington, D.C. to Boston can save you time on travel.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Boston?

A bus from Washington, D.C. to Boston is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Boston starting at $133, or consider a train from Washington, D.C. to Boston starting at $174. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

Amtrak trains from Washington, D.C. to Boston

Our best Amtrak deals on Washington, D.C. to Boston train tickets
Amtrak
Nov 17
ZWU8:50 amWashington, D.C. Union
8h 02m
ZTO4:52 pmBoston South Station
Nov 19
ZTO9:20 amBoston South Station
8h 03m
ZWU5:23 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Nov 17
9LX7:58 amAlexandria
8h 47m
ZTY4:45 pmBoston Back Bay
Nov 19
ZTY9:26 amBoston Back Bay
8h 48m
9LX6:14 pmAlexandria
Amtrak
Nov 20
ZWU5:00 amWashington, D.C. Union
8h 11m
ZTO1:11 pmBoston South Station
Dec 2
ZTO1:37 pmBoston South Station
8h 16m
ZWU9:53 pmWashington, D.C. Union

Popular train routes to Boston

Most frequently searched train routes to Boston, along with the cheapest price and shortest travel time.
Trains to Boston from New York
Fastest travel time3h 25m
Cheapest price$78
Trains to Boston from Philadelphia
Fastest travel time4h 56m
Cheapest price$144
Trains to Boston from New Haven
Fastest travel time2h 29m
Cheapest price$94
Trains to Boston from Providence
Fastest travel time0h 44m
Cheapest price$26
Trains to Boston from Baltimore
Fastest travel time6h 29m
Cheapest price$207
Trains to Boston from Chicago
Fastest travel time21h 54m
Cheapest price$282
Trains to Boston from Portland
Fastest travel time2h 32m
Cheapest price$64
Trains to Boston from Rochester
Fastest travel time10h 18m
Cheapest price$137
Trains to Boston from Wilmington
Fastest travel time5h 47m
Cheapest price$397
Trains to Boston from Syracuse
Fastest travel time8h 50m
Cheapest price$157
Trains to Boston from Buffalo
Fastest travel time10h 58m
Cheapest price$165
Trains to Boston from Cleveland
Fastest travel time14h 42m
Cheapest price$240

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Fastest travel time9h 48m
Cheapest price$203
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Providence
Fastest travel time5h 57m
Cheapest price$224
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Fayetteville
Fastest travel time5h 53m
Cheapest price$215
Trains from Washington, D.C. to Cleveland
Fastest travel time10h 48m
Cheapest price$195

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