How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Boston start from $242. The average price for this train route is around $559. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Boston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1049 miles (1691 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Boston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Boston?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Boston at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Boston from $211 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Boston on April 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	10:47pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	10:56pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	12:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	11:07pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Boston on April 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 6h	1:18am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	10:54pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	11:07pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 6h	1:18am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	11:07pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Boston on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	10:47pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	10:56pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 5h	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d 4h	10:56pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1047 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$92 - $337	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$242 - $962	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,782 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5782 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $242

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Boston, MA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Boston start from $242. The average price for this train route is around $559. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Boston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1049 miles (1691 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Boston at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/30

$602

03/31

$663

Today

$730

04/02

$1,093

04/03

No data

04/04

$818

04/05

No data

04/06

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $602

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham, US to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $602 to $1,261 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $818 which is on 2026-04-04.