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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Washington National Cathedral takes 8h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Washington National Cathedral. 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 30m
Duration
460 mi
Distance
$297
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Boston to Washington National Cathedral train times

Trains run hourly between Boston and Washington National Cathedral. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Washington National Cathedral at 10:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 8h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 4m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority12h 28m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority12h 53m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 2m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 2m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 15m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 8m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Washington National Cathedral? 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: 459.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Washington National Cathedral, 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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