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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Old Town San Diego | South Station (Train Terminal) | Cheapest | |||||
| Old Town San Diego | Back Bay Station | Fastest | |||||
| Old Town San Diego | South Station (Train Terminal) | No tags | |||||
| Old Town San Diego | South Station (Train Terminal) | No tags | |||||
| Old Town San Diego | South Station (Train Terminal) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Boston
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 $202, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $391
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $391. The average price for this train route is around $632. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Boston?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Boston is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 2573 miles (4150 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Boston?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Boston at 2:01pm. And 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.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $376To 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 $376 to $2,237 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 $376 which is on 2026-02-01.
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