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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Washington DC takes 8h 11m and the fastest train takes 7h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Washington DC. 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 11m
Duration
456 mi
Distance
$134
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Boston to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
7h 22m
$114–268

Boston to Washington DC train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Washington DC. 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 Washington DC at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority11h 55m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 19m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 37m • 1 change

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 19m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 37m • 1 change

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 10m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 16m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 34m • 1 change

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 13m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 19m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 37m • 1 change

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 13m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 19m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 37m • 1 change

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 16m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Washington DC? 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 Washington DC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 456.1 mi
  • Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Washington DC, 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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