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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Boston and Cambridge. The average train journey from Boston to Cambridge takes 2 hours and 52 minutes, but some East Midlands Trains + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 54 mi (87 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 19m |
| Lowest price | $33.73 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Boston to Cambridge?
East Midlands Trains + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Boston to Cambridge. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 8 | 2h 53m | $44.80 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Boston to Cambridge start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Cambridge. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Boston leaves from Boston Station . And in Cambridge trains arrive at Station Road .
From Boston to Cambridge train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 2 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cambridge faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Boston to Cambridge are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Boston at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 8 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Boston?
Main departure station: Boston Station
There is one train station in Boston.
All train stations in Boston:
Boston Station
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Cambridge has one train station.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
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