Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Palm Springs to Boston?

Accepted Answer

While the train is the main method of transportation from Palm Springs to Boston, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

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There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Palm Springs to Boston. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Palm Springs to Boston?

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Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Palm Springs to Boston.  The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Palm Springs to Boston?

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In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Palm Springs to Boston was $431.00. Considering the distance between Palm Springs and Boston, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. The further in advance you book your travels, the more likely it is you can find tickets at this price or lower.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Palm Springs to Boston?

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Trains leave the station in Palm Springs twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. 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 change 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 Boston to Palm Springs.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Palm Springs to Boston?

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The distance between Palm Springs and Boston is approximately 2511 miles, or 4041 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 77 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 75 hours and 14 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.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs Palm Springs at 2:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

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Question 10

Where is the train station in Boston?

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Boston receives travelers from Palm Springs at its two active train stations.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Palm Springs?

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There are two stations in Palm Springs where you can board the train to Boston.

Question 12

Monthly average prices

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Mark your calendar for  if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Palm Springs to Boston. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of . If you're planning a trip from Palm Springs to Boston during , bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about  for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Boston to Palm Springs?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.