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Bethesda (Station) to Boston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bethesda (Station) and Boston takes 8h 47m and the fastest train takes 7h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Bethesda (Station) to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 47m
Duration
465 mi
Distance
$302
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Bostontrain train Acela
8h 10m
$252–392

Bethesda (Station) to Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bethesda (Station) and Boston. The earliest departure is at 1:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Bethesda (Station) is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Boston at 11:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 8h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela10h • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 58m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 31m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak11h 48m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 58m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 33m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 30m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 33m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 30m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 33m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 30m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 28m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bethesda (Station) to Boston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 464.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between Bethesda (Station), MD, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–900 and the journey takes 6h 57m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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