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Boston to Harpers Ferry Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Boston to Harpers Ferry per day. The average train journey from Boston to Harpers Ferry takes 10 hours and 53 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 10 hours and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 407 mi (655 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 33m |
| Lowest price | SEK 1,305.58 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Boston to Harpers Ferry?
The average price for a train ticket from Boston to Harpers Ferry is SEK 1,305.58, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 16 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay SEK 1,522.39 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Boston to Harpers Ferry?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Boston to Harpers Ferry. 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 | 10h 54m | SEK 2,561.90 |
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 Harpers Ferry every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from SEK 1,306.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Boston to Harpers Ferry
The distance between Boston and Harpers Ferry is approximately 407 miles, or 655 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 33 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Boston to Harpers Ferry. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Boston at 6:00am and arrives in Harpers Ferry around 10 hours later.
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 carry-on 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 Harpers Ferry to Boston.
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 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 Boston?
Main departure station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
There are two stations in Boston where you can board the train to Harpers Ferry.
All train stations in Boston:
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
South Station
Where is the train station in Harpers Ferry?
Main arrival station: Potomac St & Shenandoah St
Harpers Ferry has one train station.
All train stations in Harpers Ferry:
Potomac St & Shenandoah St
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