How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Boston start at $339. The average price for this train route is around $783. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Los Angeles to Boston?

The average train trip from Los Angeles to Boston takes 3d 4h and covers 4168 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Boston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Boston?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Boston departs at 5:19pm. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Los Angeles to Boston from $389 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 19h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 20h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 13h	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:13pm	Union Station	3d 22h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 19h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 2h	11:07pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 22h	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 22h	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 2h	10:54pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 2h	10:54pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 20h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 20h	9:39pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Boston on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d 3h	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles 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, 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

3d 6hAverage Duration

4169 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$176 - $937	Average Duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$339 - $4,310	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 379kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Boston, MA, US?

Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $339

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Boston start at $339. The average price for this train route is around $783. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Los Angeles to Boston?
The average train trip from Los Angeles to Boston takes 3d 4h and covers 4168 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Boston?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Boston departs at 5:19pm. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-27

$2,921

11-28

$1,960

Today

$1,785

11-30

$839

12-01

$839

12-02

$680

12-03

$567

12-04

$567

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $567

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

You can expect to pay from $567 to $5,982 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $567 which is on 2025-12-03.