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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington Metro and Boston takes 8h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Washington Metro 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 30m
Duration
457 mi
Distance
$162
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Bostontrain train Acela
7h 52m
$132–293

Washington Metro to Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Washington Metro and Boston. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Washington Metro is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Boston at 10:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform and take an average of 8h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 457 mi
  • Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Washington Metro, DC, 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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