The cheapest and fastest trains from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
8 h 13 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 5 trains that leave Arlington, VA for Boston, MA on Wed, Apr 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 08 the direct trains cover the 640 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 13 m .
On Wed, Apr 08 the slowest trains will take 12 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:02 PM8h13Arlington, VA5:15 AMBoston, MA$751One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM8h20Arlington, VA4:50 AMBoston, MA$951One-way0 transfers
5:05 PM9h31Arlington, VA2:36 AMBoston, MA$1891One-way0 transfers
8:20 AM8h46Arlington, VA5:06 PMBoston, MA$1901One-way0 transfers
3:00 AM12h05Arlington, VA3:05 PMBoston, MA$3301One-way0 transfers
9:02 PM8h13Arlington, VA5:15 AMBoston, MA$751One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM8h20Arlington, VA4:50 AMBoston, MA$951One-way0 transfers
8:20 AM8h46Arlington, VA5:06 PMBoston, MA$1901One-way0 transfers
5:05 PM9h31Arlington, VA2:36 AMBoston, MA$1891One-way0 transfers
3:00 AM12h05Arlington, VA3:05 PMBoston, MA$3301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Arlington, VA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 397 miles (640 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$176 Average price | $196 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Arlington, VA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Arlington, VA to Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, April 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:00 AM Arlington, VA | 12h05 | 3:05 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Arlington, VA | 8h46 | 5:06 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA
Trains from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 397 miles (640 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 397 miles (640 km) |
Average train duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 7h 25m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Arlington, VA and Boston, MA from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arlington, VA to Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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