Train from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dallas to Boston on 9 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Boston Route 128, MACheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Boston Route 128, MAFastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:41 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dallas 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 2 days, 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 025, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
2d 4hAverage duration
2492 kmDistance
62kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 025 - R 13 993Average duration2d 4h
62kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 016 - R 40 669Average duration2d 7h
226kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Dallas to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Boston start from R 4 016. The average price for this train route is around R 6 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Dallas to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Dallas to Boston is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 2483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dallas to Boston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dallas to Boston?

    The earliest train from Dallas to Boston departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/01
R 8 310
06/01
R 8 546
Today
R 7 687
08/01
No data
09/01
R 7 687
10/01
R 8 310
11/01
R 7 602
12/01
R 6 271
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 6 271

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 271 to R 25 234 for a train ticket from Dallas, TX to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 271, which is on 2026-01-12.

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