Cheap train tickets from Boston to Vancouver

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Boston to Vancouver. Travelling by train from Boston to Vancouver usually takes 3 days, 12 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 12 hours and 3 minutes.

Distance: 2501 mi (4024 km)
Fastest train: 84h 3m
Lowest price: RON 1,903.32
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Boston to Vancouver Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Boston to Vancouver?

There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Boston to Vancouver.

	Train	Coach
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceRON 2,670.86	Avg. PriceRON 1,430.07Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips1	Daily Trips1
Duration	Duration84h 36m	Duration78h 56mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from Boston to Vancouver:

Amtrak tickets: RON 1,903 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Boston to Vancouver?

In the last month, train tickets from Boston to Vancouver cost about RON 1,903 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Boston and Vancouver, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 29 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 1,147.73 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Boston to Vancouver by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Boston to Vancouver will cost between RON 1,903 and RON 2,893. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Boston to Vancouver by month

Ticket prices for the train from Boston to Vancouver often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only RON 2,185. If you're thinking of travelling from Boston to Vancouver during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 3,008 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in July, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Boston to Vancouver on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about RON 1,147.73 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Boston to Vancouver?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Boston to Vancouver. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	84h 37m	RON 2,670.86

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Boston to Vancouver every day, as well as 2 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from RON 1,903.32.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Boston to Vancouver

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Vancouver to Boston. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Boston to Vancouver for RON 1,100.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Boston and Vancouver is approximately 2,501 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 12 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 12 hours and 3 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2501

Distance (km)

4024

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Boston at 12:50 and arrives in Vancouver around 84 hours later.

First train

12:50pm

Last train

12:57pm

Trains from Boston to Vancouver are the most crowded on Monday. 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 travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

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 harbour, 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, travellers 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.

Vancouver

Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called “Hollywood North” due to the amount of films and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a film set as you're walking around town!

If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighbourhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.

Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by coach or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Boston?

Main departure station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St

There are two stations in Boston where you can board the train to Vancouver.

All train stations in Boston:

Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
South Station

Where is the train station in Vancouver?

Main arrival station: Pacific Central Station

Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station - CAVACAMT-0

The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a coach station for numerous carriers. The impressive Beaux-Arts style station opened in 1919, and is within walking distance of Science World, Strathcona Park, and the lively Gastown neighbourhood. Plus, walking just across the street from Pacific Central Station gives you access to Vancouver's SkyTrain public transit system at the Main Street–Science World station. With free WiFi, toilets, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.

Train stations in Vancouver:

Pacific Central Station

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