Trains tickets from Boston (MA), US to Philadelphia (PA)

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Today30 Apr
from US$110
Tomorrow1 May
from US$150
Fri2 May
from US$110
Sat3 May
from US$110
Sun4 May
from US$206
Mon5 May
from US$56
Tue6 May
Wed7 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Philadelphia

Average priceUS$37 - US$165Average duration7h 45m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$39 - US$473Average duration5h 47m
40kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Boston to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

64train per day
5h 47mAverage duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$98
Average train trip duration5h 47m
Number of daily trains64
Earliest train departure05:00
Distance271 miles
Latest train departure20:28

Boston to Philadelphia Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston - Philadelphia

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia cost?

    The average train ticket price from Boston to Philadelphia is US$98. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    A train trip between Boston and Philadelphia is around 5h 47m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 271 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Boston and Philadelphia?

    The number of trains from Boston to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 64. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
28/04
US$56
29/04
US$78
Today
US$110
01/05
US$150
02/05
US$110
03/05
US$110
04/05
US$206
05/05
US$56
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Philadelphia was searched and found on 28 Apr 2025 with a price of US$56

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

You can expect to pay from US$56 to US$697 for a train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$56, which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Philadelphia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Boston and Philadelphia, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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