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Trip Overview

The average train between Silver Spring and Boston takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Silver Spring to Boston. 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 40m
Duration
463 mi
Distance
$173
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Bostontrain train Acela
8h
$142–304

Silver Spring to Boston train times

Trains run hourly between Silver Spring and Boston. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Silver Spring is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Boston at 11:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 462.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 40m

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

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–900 and the journey takes 6h 57m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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