Acela
Boston, MA → Washington, DC · 457 miles · 6h 45m
457 miles
6h 45m
Up to 20 daily departures
150 mph
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About the Acela
Acela is the fastest scheduled train in the Western Hemisphere, sprinting between Boston, New York and Washington on the electrified Northeast Corridor. Every seat is reserved, every car is quiet, and the on-time record beats the shuttle flights it competes with.
What makes this route worth taking
- Downtown-to-downtown in under 3 hours between NYC and DC
- All-reserved Business and First Class seating
- At-seat meal service in First Class
- Complimentary Wi-Fi and power at every seat
- Access to Metropolitan Lounges in major hubs
Agent's tip
Acela fares are dynamic and move fast — our agents watch the fare buckets and can often seat you in First Class for close to walk-up Business pricing.
Classes of service on this route
The Acela operates with Acela / NextGen Acela trainsets. Available accommodation:
This is a daytime service without sleeping accommodation. Business Class, where offered, adds seat pitch, a quieter car and usually a complimentary beverage — and on many corridor services the upgrade costs less than $40.
States and provinces served
Stations along the route
| # | Station |
|---|---|
| 1 | Boston South Station |
| 2 | Route 128 |
| 3 | Providence |
| 4 | New Haven |
| 5 | Stamford |
| 6 | New York Penn Station |
| 7 | Newark Penn |
| 8 | Philadelphia 30th Street |
| 9 | Wilmington |
| 10 | Baltimore Penn |
| 11 | BWI Airport |
| 12 | Washington Union Station |
Station lists reflect the principal calling pattern. Individual departures may omit stops or add seasonal calls. Schedules, equipment and station stops are set by the carrier and change without notice — confirm current details with your agent at the time of booking.
Booking the Acela
Fares on this route move in buckets and only ever step upward, so the cheapest time to book is the moment your dates are firm. Our agents check the live reservation system, test alternative fare constructions, apply every discount you qualify for and — where the view matters — note your preferred side of the train on the reservation.
Call +1 (888) 821-4679 and describe the trip. Most bookings are confirmed inside five minutes.
