The cheapest and fastest trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$346
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $346 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 20 trains that leave Back Bay station, Boston, MA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Tue, Apr 07, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 07 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
On Tue, Apr 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.
85 Northeast Regional10:26 AM6h06Back Bay station, Boston, MA4:32 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1271One-way0 transfers
95 Northeast Regional6:15 AM5h41Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:56 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1271One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional7:52 PM5h50Back Bay station, Boston, MA1:42 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1271One-way0 transfers
67 Northeast Regional6:51 PM6h03Back Bay station, Boston, MA12:54 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1271One-way0 transfers
137 Northeast Regional1:43 PM6h07Back Bay station, Boston, MA7:50 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1271One-way0 transfers
2167 Acela1:11 PM4h56Back Bay station, Boston, MA6:07 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6231One-way0 transfers
2159 Acela9:15 AM4h57Back Bay station, Boston, MA2:12 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6231One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela11:11 AM4h57Back Bay station, Boston, MA4:08 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6231One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela7:20 AM4h58Back Bay station, Boston, MA12:18 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6231One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela6:01 AM5h09Back Bay station, Boston, MA11:10 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
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$101 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Monday, April 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2163 NextGen Acela | 3:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h57 | 8:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 3:46 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h43 | 9:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 4:57 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 11h57 | 4:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
2167 Acela | 5:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h56 | 10:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 5:43 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h07 | 11:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 NextGen Acela | 7:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h13 | 12:29 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h58 | 1:19 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 9:35 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h13 | 3:48 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 10:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h03 | 4:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 11:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h50 | 5:42 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 10:01 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h09 | 3:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 10:15 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h41 | 3:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 11:20 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h58 | 4:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h47 | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:18 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h57 | 6:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 1:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h16 | 7:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 1:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h50 | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela | 1:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 4h57 | 6:12 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 1:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h58 | 7:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 2:26 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h06 | 8:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 12:52 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Back Bay station, Boston, MA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $33 (€26). 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 Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA 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 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Back Bay station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available


