How to get from Vancouver to Boston by plane, shuttle, train, bus or car

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International entry into United States from Canada

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Allowed for: All visitors arriving by air. Canada and Mexico land borders are closed to non-essential travel

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Conditions of entry into United States from Canada

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days prior to boarding for air passengers 2 years of age or older
Unvaccinated travellers are recommended to quarantine for a minimum of 7 days; take a COVID-19 test 3 days after arriving. If test is positive arrivals need to self-isolate until fully recovered
Vaccinated travellers are recommended to get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel; self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms; isolate and get tested if symptoms develop

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions

Rules to follow in United States

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Considerations leaving from Canada

The official advice is to delay international travel until fully vaccinated

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I allowed to travel from Canada to United States?

Yes, but conditions apply when entering United States from Canada.

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What are the travel restrictions in Boston?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are recommended
There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Boston?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Boston is 800-232-4636.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Boston?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Boston is recommended.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Boston?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800-232-4636.

Are there restrictions returning to Canada from United States?

No, but conditions apply when returning to Canada from United States.

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Last updated: 22 Sep 2021
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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vancouver to Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Vancouver to Boston is to fly which costs $200 - $800 and takes 8h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vancouver to Boston?

The fastest way to get from Vancouver to Boston is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $200 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Vancouver and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Vancouver to Boston. However, there are services departing from Vancouver and arriving at Boston via Everett Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 23h.

How far is it from Vancouver to Boston?

The distance between Vancouver and Boston is 2515 miles. The road distance is 3242.9 miles.

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How do I travel from Vancouver to Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Vancouver to Boston without a car is to train which takes 2 days 23h and costs $400 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Vancouver to Boston?

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Vancouver to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vancouver to Boston train from?

Vancouver to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Vancouver station.

Train or fly from Vancouver to Boston?

The best way to get from Vancouver to Boston is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $200 - $800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $400 - $600 and takes 2 days 23h.

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How long is the flight from Vancouver to Boston?

The quickest flight from Vancouver Airport to Boston Airport is the direct flight which takes 5h 28m.

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Where does the Vancouver to Boston train arrive?

Vancouver to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

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Distance: 2515.2 miles
Duration: 8h 8m

What companies run services between Vancouver, Canada and Boston, MA, USA?

Air Canada, WestJet and five other airlines fly from Vancouver to Boston hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vancouver to Boston via Everett Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station in around 2 days 23h.

Airlines

Air Canada

Website: aircanada.com

Flights from Vancouver to Boston

Ave. Duration: 5h 28m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $250 - $1,000

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Toronto

Ave. Duration: 8h 16m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $250 - $1,000

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Montreal

Ave. Duration: 7h 52m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $250 - $1,000

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 11h 12m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $310 - $1,200

American Airlines

Website: aa.com

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 29m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $410 - $1,400

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Seattle

Ave. Duration: 7h 38m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $390 - $700

Flights from Bellingham to Boston via Seattle

Ave. Duration: 11h 34m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $190 - $750

Flights from Bellingham to Boston via Seattle, Philadelphia

Ave. Duration: 10h 56m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $200 - $650

Flights from Bellingham to Boston via Seattle, Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 11h 13m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $190 - $650

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 22m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $280 - $1,000

Flights from Vancouver to Manchester via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 32m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $320 - $1,200

Flights from Vancouver to Manchester via Phoenix, Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 11h 26m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $370 - $1,300

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website: alaskaair.com

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Seattle

Ave. Duration: 7h 26m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $390 - $700

Flights from Bellingham to Boston via Seattle

Ave. Duration: 9h 36m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $190 - $750

Flights from Bellingham to Boston via Seattle, Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 11h 23m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $200 - $750

Delta

Website: delta.com

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Calgary

Ave. Duration: 6h 44m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: $240 - $1,000

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Minneapolis

Ave. Duration: 7h 28m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $340 - $550

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Seattle

Ave. Duration: 7h 39m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $340 - $600

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Seattle, Detroit

Ave. Duration: 9h 56m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: $440 - $750

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Salt Lake City, Atlanta

Ave. Duration: 13h 29m
When: Monday
Estimated price: $480 - $850

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Las Vegas, Detroit

Ave. Duration: 10h 41m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: $480 - $850

United Airlines

Website: united.com

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 56m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $420 - $800

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Denver

Ave. Duration: 8h 12m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $420 - $800

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 11h 12m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $310 - $1,200

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Seattle, Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 9h 32m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $310 - $1,200

Flights from Vancouver to Providence via Chicago O'Hare, Washington Dulles

Ave. Duration: 13h 51m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: $310 - $1,200

Flights from Vancouver to Manchester via Denver, Washington Dulles

Ave. Duration: 12h 6m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $380 - $1,400

WestJet

Website: westjet.com

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Calgary

Ave. Duration: 6h 44m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: $240 - $1,000

Flights from Vancouver to Boston via Minneapolis

Ave. Duration: 7h 28m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $340 - $550

Train operators

MBTA

Phone: 617-222-3200
Website: mbta.com

Train from Providence to South Station

Ave. Duration: 1h 11m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: $0 - $13
Website: MBTA

children 11 and under: $0
Adult: $11 - $13

Green Line train

Blue line at Logan Airport

Wiki

MBTA Ticket Machine

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Commuter Rail Exterior

Wiki Commons

MBTA Route Map

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Amtrak Acela Express

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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Contact Details

Phone: +1 215-856-7924
Website: amtrak.com

Train from Providence to Boston

Ave. Duration: 42 min
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: $70 - $110
Schedules at: amtrak.com

Business Seat - Adult: $75 - $110
Business Seat - Seniors and Active Military: $75 - $110
Business Seat - Child: $70 - $110
First Class - Adult: $120 - $180
First Class - Senior Citizens and Active Military: $120 - $180
First Class - Child: $120 - $170

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.

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Contact Details

Phone: +1 215-856-7924
Website: amtrak.com

Train from Providence to Boston

Ave. Duration: 1h 2m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: $13 - $75
Schedules at: amtrak.com

Child 2-12 with paid adult: $13 - $40
Reserved Coach Seat: $25 - $75
Business Class Seat: $40 - $100

Northeast Regional exterior

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Northeast Regional interior

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Amtrak

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Contact Details

Phone: +1 215-856-7924
Website: amtrak.com

Train from Vancouver to Everett Amtrak Station

Ave. Duration: 3h 15m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: $30 - $45
Schedules at: amtrak.com

Coach Seat: $30 - $45
Premium: $190 - $270
Flexi Coach Seat: $45 - $70
Business Seat: $45 - $65

Train from Everett Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station

Ave. Duration: 44h 16m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: $190 - $280
Schedules at: amtrak.com

Coach Seat: $190 - $280
Premium: $500 - $700
Flexi Coach Seat: $410 - $600
Business Seat: $440 - $650

Train from Chicago Union Station to Boston

Ave. Duration: 21h 30m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: $100 - $150
Schedules at: amtrak.com

Coach Seat: $100 - $150
Premium: $330 - $460
Flexi Coach Seat: $200 - $310
Business Seat: $220 - $310

Ticket machine

Wisc.edu

Cascades Train exterior

Cascades Train exterior

Cascades Train interior

Standard Amtrak coach interior

Wiki Travel

Standard Amtrak train

VIA Rail

Phone: +1 1 888 842-7245
Website: viarail.ca

Train from Vancouver to Toronto Union Station

Ave. Duration: 3 days 20h
Frequency: Once a week
Estimated price: $500 - $1,500
Website: VIA Rail

Escape: $400 - $460
Business: $500 - $850
Economy: $500 - $600
EconomyPlus: $1,000 - $1,500

Bus operators

Quick Shuttle

Website: quickcoach.com

Shuttle from Vancouver, BC - Vancouver Hotels to Bellingham Airport, WA

Ave. Duration: 1h 40m
Frequency: On demand
Estimated price: $30 - $60
Schedules at: quickcoach.com
Book at: gotobus.com

Bus exterior side

Quick shuttle

Boston Express

Phone: 1800-639-8080
Email: contact@bostonexpressbus.com
Website: bostonexpressbus.com

Bus from North Londonderry, NH - exit 5 to Boston South Buses

Ave. Duration: 1h
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: $12 - $18
Schedules at: bostonexpressbus.com
Book at: webstore.bostonexpressbus.com

Concord Coach Lines

Website: concordcoachlines.com

Bus from North Londonderry, NH to Boston South Buses

Ave. Duration: 1h 5m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: $15 - $21
Schedules at: concordcoachlines.com