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Los Angeles to Boston Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Boston?
There are usually 4 daily bus trips from Los Angeles to Boston.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 968.61 | Avg. PriceRON 2,647.60 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips13 |
Duration | Duration3d 8h 34m | Duration3d 13h 16m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Boston. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Boston usually takes 83 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 72 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 2591 mi (4170 km) |
| Fastest train | 72h 5m |
| Lowest price | RON 1,170.85 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Boston?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Boston was RON 2,236.89. Considering the distance between Los Angeles and Boston, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 5,191.29 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Boston by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Boston. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around RON 5,191.29. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Boston?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Boston. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 6 | 3d 11h 14m | RON 3,664.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 6 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Boston every day, as well as 14 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 1,084.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Boston
The distance between Los Angeles and Boston is approximately 2591 miles, or 4170 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 83 hours and 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 72 hours and 5 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Los Angeles to Boston are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 17:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Boston to Los Angeles.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):
Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.
From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Union Station
Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transportation hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several bus carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
Union Station
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Where is the train station in Boston?
Main arrival station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
Boston receives travelers from Los Angeles at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Boston:
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
South Station
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