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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gastonia Station | Back Bay Station | Cheapest | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Gastonia Station | Boston Route 128, MA | Fastest | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Gastonia Station | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gastonia Station | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Gastonia Station | Back Bay Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Gastonia to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 23 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $228
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gastonia to Boston, MA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gastonia to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Gastonia to Boston start at $228. The average price for this train route is around $412. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Gastonia to Boston?
The average train trip from Gastonia to Boston takes 20h 6m and covers 1177 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gastonia to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gastonia to Boston?
The earliest train from Gastonia to Boston departs at 4:04am. The latest train departs at 4:04am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gastonia to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $248To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gastonia to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $248 to $1,061 for a train ticket from Gastonia to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $476 which is on 2026-02-01.
