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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston University and Philadelphia takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston University to Philadelphia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 53m
Duration
322 mi
Distance
$282
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Boston to 30th Street Stationtrain train Acela
5h 57m
$42–802

Boston University to Philadelphia train times

Trains run hourly between Boston University and Philadelphia. The earliest departure is at 12:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Boston University is at 7:32 PM which arrives into Philadelphia at 1:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston University East and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 322.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Boston University, MA, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Boston to 30th Street Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–800 and the journey takes 4h 57m. Amtrak Northeast Regional also services this route every 3 hours.

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