Trains tickets from Springfield (IL) to Boston (MA), US

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Today11 Jun
Tomorrow12 Jun
Fri13 Jun
Sat14 Jun
from US$446
Sun15 Jun
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Wed18 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 14 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 14 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Boston

Bus
Average priceUS$111 - US$178Average duration1d 11h
40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$345 - US$436Average duration1d 12h
144kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Springfield to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
US$111Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

Train Springfield to Boston: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$436
Average train trip duration1d 12h
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure10:03
Distance981 miles

Springfield to Boston Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Boston from Springfield, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Springfield (IL) - Boston (MA), US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Springfield to Boston cost?

    The average train ticket price from Springfield to Boston is US$436. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Springfield to Boston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Springfield to Boston?

    A train trip between Springfield and Boston is around 1d 12h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 981 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Springfield and Boston?

    The number of trains from Springfield to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Springfield to Boston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/06
US$365
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14/06
US$429
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield to Boston was searched and found on 9 Jun 2025 with a price of US$365

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

You can expect to pay from US$365 to US$1,990 for a train ticket from Springfield to Boston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$429, which is on 2025-06-14.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Springfield and Boston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Boston.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Boston you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Springfield and Boston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Springfield to Boston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Boston to Springfield

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