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Trip Overview

The average train between Massachusetts and Washington DC takes 8h 8m and the fastest train takes 7h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Massachusetts 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 8m
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

Massachusetts to Washington DC train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Massachusetts and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Massachusetts 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 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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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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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority8h 6m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 11m • 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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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 13m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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

What companies run services between Massachusetts, 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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