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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Springfield takes 8h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Boston to Springfield. 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 33m
Duration
477 mi
Distance
$301
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Boston to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
8h 22m
$256–393

Boston to Springfield train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Boston and Springfield. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 11:15 AM which arrives into Springfield at 7:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 8h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express9h 4m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 54m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express7h 44m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express9h 4m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 54m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express7h 44m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express9h 4m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 54m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express7h 44m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express9h 4m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 54m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express7h 44m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express9h 4m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 54m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express7h 44m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaVirginia Railway Express8h 44m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Springfield? 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.

Map of how to get from Boston to Springfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 476.8 mi
  • Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Springfield, Fairfax County, 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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