Cheap train tickets from Vancouver to Boston

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Vancouver to Boston. Traveling by train from Vancouver to Boston usually takes 3 days, 15 hours, and 28 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 4 hours, and 54 minutes.

Distance: 2501 mi (4024 km)
Fastest train: 76h 54m
Lowest price: CZK 11,731.75
Trains per day: 0
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Vancouver to Boston Train Schedule

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

Amtrak tickets: CZK 9,957 one-way

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Which train should you take from Vancouver to Boston?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver to Boston. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	3	87h 28m	CZK 11,771.44

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Vancouver to Boston

While the train is the main method of transportation from Vancouver to Boston, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

There are 3 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 Vancouver.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Vancouver and Boston is approximately 2,501 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 15 hours, and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 4 hours, and 54 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.

Distance (mi)

2501

Distance (km)

4024

The earliest train departs Vancouver at 5:30 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 1:30 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

5:30am

Last train

1:30pm

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

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

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 movies and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a movie set as you're walking around town!

If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighborhood 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 bus or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.

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 Vancouver?

Main departure 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 bus 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 neighborhood. 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, restrooms, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.

All train stations in Vancouver:

Pacific Central Station

Where is the train station in Boston?

Main arrival station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St

Boston receives travelers from Vancouver at its two active train stations.

All train stations in Boston:

Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
South Station

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