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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Reston takes 8h 41m and the fastest train takes 7h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Reston. 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 41m
Duration
477 mi
Distance
$362
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Boston to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
7h 47m
$67–913

Boston to Reston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Reston. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Reston at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and take an average of 8h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Boston to Reston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 477.4 mi
  • Duration: 8h 41m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Reston, VA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Boston to Washington Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–900 and the journey takes 6h 54m. Amtrak Northeast Regional also services this route every 4 hours.

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