How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Boston start at $545. The average price for this train route is around $882. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from San Diego to Boston?

The average train trip from San Diego to Boston takes 3d 4h and covers 4150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Diego to Boston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Boston?

The earliest train from San Diego to Boston departs at 2:01pm. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Train San Diego to Boston from $482 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Boston on January 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	4d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Boston on January 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	4d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Boston on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	4d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 4h	9:58pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Boston on January 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 4h	9:58pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Boston on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	4d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 4h	9:58pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Boston on February 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:10pm	Old Town San Diego	4d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 4h	9:58pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 3h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:43 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $281, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

3d 8hAverage Duration

4152 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$281 - $1,446	Average Duration3d 8h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$545 - $4,330	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 378kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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 $545

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Boston start at $545. The average price for this train route is around $882. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Boston?
The average train trip from San Diego to Boston takes 3d 4h and covers 4150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Boston?
The earliest train from San Diego to Boston departs at 2:01pm. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-25

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01-26

$631

Today

$631

01-28

$663

01-29

$596

01-30

$574

01-31

$536

02-01

$525

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $525

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

You can expect to pay from $525 to $3,122 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $525 which is on 2026-02-01.