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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Bethesda, MD takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 7h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Boston to Bethesda, MD. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 26m
Duration
463 mi
Distance
$296
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Boston to Bethesda, MD train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Bethesda, MD. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Bethesda, MD at 7:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority13h 5m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority12h 37m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 29m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 41m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 54m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 29m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 41m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 54m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 29m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 41m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 54m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 29m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 41m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 54m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 29m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 41m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 54m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 36m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 54m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 17m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 47m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Bethesda, MD? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Boston to Bethesda, MD.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 462.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Bethesda, MD, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Boston to Washington Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–900 and the journey takes 7h 1m. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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