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Boston to Arlington, VA trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Arlington, VA takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Arlington, VA. 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 26m
Duration
458 mi
Distance
$299
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Boston to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
7h 20m
$254–390

Boston to Arlington, VA train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Arlington, VA. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Arlington, VA at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority12h 33m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 38m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 52m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 44m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 48m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 19m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 36m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 56m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 11m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 36m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 52m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 36m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 52m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Arlington, VA? 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: 458.1 mi
  • Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Arlington, VA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Boston to Washington Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–900 and the journey takes 7h 1m. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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