How much is the train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Philadelphia start at ₪136. The average price for this train route is around ₪343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Boston to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Boston to Philadelphia takes 5h 57m and covers 436 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 39 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Boston to Philadelphia departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 8:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Boston to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Boston to Philadelphia from ₪128 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:47pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 55m	1:42am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	7:52pm	Back Bay Station	5h 50m	1:42am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:30pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 18m	11:48pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:30pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 18m	11:48pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 9m	12:54am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:15pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 4m	9:19pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 8m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:20am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 12m	4:32pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 8m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:12am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 3m	2:15pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 8m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:30pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 18m	11:48pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 8m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 50m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	1:14pm	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 10m	11:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 51m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 10m	11:15am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 51m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	1:14pm	Back Bay Station	4h 57m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 51m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	12:33pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 18m	12:33pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Philadelphia on May 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	11h 54m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:20am	Back Bay Station	4h 50m	12:10pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 8m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 46m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₪136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39train per day

5h 57mAverage Duration

436 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price₪64 - ₪840	Average Duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price₪136 - ₪1,965	Average Duration5h 57m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,801 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/516 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi4.0

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Philadelphia start at ₪136. The average price for this train route is around ₪343. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Boston to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Boston to Philadelphia takes 5h 57m and covers 436 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 39 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Boston to Philadelphia departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 8:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-09

₪334

05-10

₪616

Today

₪465

05-12

₪465

05-13

₪334

05-14

₪465

05-15

₪616

05-16

₪334

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on May 9, 2026 with a price of ₪334

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ₪334 to ₪2,731 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪334 which is on 2026-05-13.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.