The cheapest and fastest trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
2 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 4 trains that leave South Station, Boston, MA for Back Bay station, Boston, MA on Thu, Apr 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 2 km distance in an average of 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 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.
11:45 PM0h05South Station, Boston, MA11:50 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$131One-way0 transfers
11:35 AM0h04South Station, Boston, MA11:39 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$131One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM0h04South Station, Boston, MA1:44 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$141One-way0 transfers
8:15 PM0h04South Station, Boston, MA8:19 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$141One-way0 transfers
8:15 PM0h04South Station, Boston, MA8:19 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$141One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM0h04South Station, Boston, MA1:44 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$141One-way0 transfers
11:35 AM0h04South Station, Boston, MA11:39 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$131One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM0h05South Station, Boston, MA11:50 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 1 miles (2 km)
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34m Average total duration Fastest 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2153 Acela | 9:55 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 9:59 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 10:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 10:14 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 11:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 11:19 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:12 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 12:16 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela | 1:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h05 | 1:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 1:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 1:24 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 2:24 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 NextGen Acela | 3:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h06 | 3:11 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 3:40 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 3:44 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 5:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h05 | 5:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 5:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 5:41 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 NextGen Acela | 7:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h05 | 7:15 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 7:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 7:19 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h04 | 9:34 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2193 NextGen Acela | 10:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h05 | 10:10 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 10:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h05 | 10:50 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 11:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0h05 | 11:52 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 1 miles (2 km) distance in 4m.
Distance 1 miles (2 km) |
Average train duration 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 12:55 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, MBTA from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, MBTA trains will get you between South Station, Boston, MA and Back Bay station, Boston, MA from $5 (€4). 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 South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Station, Boston, MA to Back Bay station, 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 Back Bay station, Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.


