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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Reston takes 9h 2m and the fastest train takes 8h. The train service runs several times per day 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.

9h 2m
Duration
476 mi
Distance
$297
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Boston to Reston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Reston. 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 Reston at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 9h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 13m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 33m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 48m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 5m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 17m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 22m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 5m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 17m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 22m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 5m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 17m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 22m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 5m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 17m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 22m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 5m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 17m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 22m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 2m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 26m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 49m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Reston? 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.

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  • Distance: 475.8 mi
  • Duration: 9h 2m

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 7h 1m. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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