Train from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on April 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
30th Street StationCheapest
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Back Bay Station
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak AcelaTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

47train per day
5h 55mAverage Duration
270 milesDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCA$31 - CA$273Average Duration8h 5m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCA$65 - CA$933Average Duration5h 55m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Philadelphia start from CA$65. The average price for this train route is around CA$163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to Philadelphia?

    The average train ride duration from Boston to Philadelphia is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 270 miles (436 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators service the Boston to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 47 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train departs from Boston to Philadelphia at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Boston to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Philadelphia?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Boston to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/16
CA$368
04/17
CA$452
Today
CA$452
04/19
CA$452
04/20
CA$293
04/21
CA$293
04/22
CA$188
04/23
CA$221
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 22, 2026 with a price of CA$188

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CA$188 to CA$1,297 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$188 which is on 2026-04-22.

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