Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Back Bay Station | Downingtown, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Downingtown, PA | No tags | ||||
 | Train | South Station | Downingtown, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Downingtown, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Downingtown, PA | No tags |
Get from Boston to Downingtown
The journey takes about 7 hours 47 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 199, 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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 199
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Downingtown by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Downingtown?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Downingtown start from R 1 199. The average price for this train route is around R 2 850. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Downingtown?
The average train journey time from Boston to Downingtown is 7h 47m, covering a distance of 468 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Downingtown route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Downingtown?
The earliest train from Boston to Downingtown departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Downingtown was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 928To 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 Downingtown as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 928 to R 2 718 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Downingtown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 928, which is on 2026-01-28.
