How much is the train ticket from Burlington to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Boston start at $129. The average price for this train route is around $253. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Burlington to Boston?

The average train trip from Burlington to Boston takes 13h 13m and covers 303 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Burlington to Boston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Burlington to Boston?

The earliest train from Burlington to Boston departs at 9:50am. The latest train departs at 9:50am.

Train Burlington to Boston from $123 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	12h 59m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	12h 59m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	12h 59m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	12h 59m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	12h 59m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 30m	11:20pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 17m	11:07pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 30m	11:20pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 17m	11:07pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 36m	11:26pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 2m	11:52pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 50m	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 2m	11:52pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 50m	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 9m	11:59pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Boston on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	12h 59m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	14h 20m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	13h 8m	10:58pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington 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 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

294 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $297	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$129 - $791	Average Duration13h 13m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Burlington, VT, US and Boston, MA, US?

Burlington, VT, US

A
Burlington Airport
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $129

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burlington, VT, 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 Burlington to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Boston start at $129. The average price for this train route is around $253. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Burlington to Boston?
The average train trip from Burlington to Boston takes 13h 13m and covers 303 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Burlington to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Burlington to Boston?
The earliest train from Burlington to Boston departs at 9:50am. The latest train departs at 9:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-13

$324

12-14

$466

Today

$334

12-16

$334

12-17

$315

12-18

$389

12-19

$407

12-20

$448

The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $315

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

You can expect to pay from $315 to $606 for a train ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $315 which is on 2025-12-17.