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There are usually 1 daily bus trips from Boston to Williamsburg.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceUS$110.75 | Avg. PriceUS$256.19 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration18h 0m | Duration15h 13m |
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Boston to Williamsburg. Traveling by train from Boston to Williamsburg usually takes 14 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 11 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 462 mi (743 km) |
| Fastest train | 11h 55m |
| Lowest price | US$109.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Boston to Williamsburg
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The price and convenience were great. Cons: More open time for the club car. Tips: It was cool, bring a sweatshirt.
4.0
Pros: Ease of getting from Portland ME. to Williamsburg VA. Cons: Coffee that has taste justifying $3.50/cup! Tips: Bring a light blanket or jacket as the train is quite chilly in August!
Over the past month, a train ticket between Boston and Williamsburg cost US$119.67, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 28 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around US$120.33 more.
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Boston to Williamsburg will cost between US$131 and US$456. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
By booking your train trip from Boston to Williamsburg on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time, you can save about US$120.33 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
2 train services operate from Boston to Williamsburg. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 19h 16m | US$204.93 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 14h 39m | US$271.70 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Boston to Williamsburg every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from US$120.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 2 daily train trips from Boston to Williamsburg, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The distance between Boston and Williamsburg is approximately 462 miles, or 743 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 55 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Boston to Williamsburg on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Boston at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Boston twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Williamsburg with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Williamsburg to 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.
Colonial Williamsburg, one of America's most well-known living history towns, is not a replica or a collection of structures from other locations. Instead, from 1705 until 1779, this was the capital of the colony (and eventually the state) of Virginia. It's now a museum that recreates bygone periods in their original setting and includes many of the historic buildings. Others have been painstakingly reconstructed or repaired at their original locations. Actors (or maybe time travelers?) wander around the reconstructed area dressed in 18th-century garb and going about their daily lives.
But Williamsburg isn't only for history nerds, and the Revolution isn't the only thing to see. The city's tourist attractions are two renowned museums of art, Busch Gardens theme park, and a water park.
In terms of transport, buses, trains, and airports are available. Buses come from major cities like Newark, Atlantic City, Philadelphia, New York, and even Houston via Greyhound. For train tickets, the Amtrak Northeast Regional connects from Washington D.C., Richmond, St Louis, and more. The main train and bus station is Williamsburg Transportation Center. Williamsburg International Airport is only 17 miles away from downtown Williamsburg. Other airports, such as Norfolk International Airport and Richmond International Airport, are options but a bit further away.
There are two stations in Boston where you can board the train to Williamsburg.
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
South Station
Williamsburg has one train station.
468 N Boundary St
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