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

The average train ticket price from Boston to Philadelphia is £76. 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!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Philadelphia?

A train trip between Boston and Philadelphia is around 5h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 271 miles that separates the two cities.

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 46. 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.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Philadelphia?

When taking the train from Boston to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Train Boston to Philadelphia from £34 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 1m	15:21	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	09:15	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	14:12	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 3m	14:15	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 2m	14:12	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	15:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:47	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 52m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	09:15	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	14:12	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 3m	10:08	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	15:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 1m	15:21	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:20	Back Bay Station	4h 50m	12:10	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 3m	10:08	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	15:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	4h 55m	12:10	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:20	Back Bay Station	4h 50m	12:10	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 3m	10:08	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	15:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:55	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 50m	01:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Back Bay Station	4h 56m	16:06	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 10m	11:15	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 50m	12:25	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 10m	11:15	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 5m	22:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Back Bay Station	4h 56m	16:06	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 50m	12:25	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	12:33	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 50m	12:25	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:20	Back Bay Station	4h 50m	12:10	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 3m	10:08	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	15:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Philadelphia on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:20	Back Bay Station	4h 50m	12:10	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 3m	10:08	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	15:31	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

56bus per day

8hAverage duration

269 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £138	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£36 - £540	Average duration5h 52m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia cost?
The average train ticket price from Boston to Philadelphia is £76. 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!
How long is the train trip from Boston to Philadelphia?
A train trip between Boston and Philadelphia is around 5h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 271 miles that separates the two cities.
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 46. 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.
Which train companies travel from Boston to Philadelphia?
When taking the train from Boston to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/11

£248

17/11

£44

Today

£86

19/11

£86

20/11

£160

21/11

£114

22/11

£121

23/11

£160

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £44

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 £44 to £645 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 £86, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.