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Acela

Boston – New Haven – New York – Philadelphia – Wilmington – Washington
7 hours | Multiple Departures Daily

Acela Train offers premium comfort with extra space and legroom compared to standard airline seating. Stay connected on the go with complimentary Wi-Fi and at-seat power outlets. As America’s only high-speed rail service, the Acela provides convenient downtown-to-downtown travel between Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and several cities along the way.

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One-Way Amtrak Fares

Route SegmentEstimated One-Way Fare
Boston → New Haven$60–$149 (average around $59-$99) 
New Haven → New York$11–$132 (ranges from as low as $11) 
New York → Philadelphia$11–$146 (typical range $39–$62)
Philadelphia → WilmingtonFrom $6–$31 (average $10–$31) 
Wilmington → Washington DC$11–$106 (average $21; low as $11)o

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Facilities & Amenities

Dining on Acela

Café Acela brings you a taste of freshness on the go, with gourmet snacks, artisan bites, and products from health-conscious, local brands. On select trips, Business Class travelers can skip the café line and enjoy our Acela Cart Service, offering popular food, snacks, wine, beer, cocktails, and other beverages delivered right to your seat.

In First Class, dining goes a step further with at-seat meal service. Savor a rotating menu of chef-inspired dishes paired with premium drinks, including signature creations from acclaimed STARR restaurants like St. Anselm, Parc, and El Presidente. It’s a restaurant-quality experience—at 150 mph.

Business Class

Settle into premium comfort designed to keep you both relaxed and productive along the way. Stretch out with generous legroom, make use of handy tray tables, and stay powered up with convenient outlets at your seat. In Business Class, choose from spacious 2×2 seating or tabletop arrangements perfect for working or sharing the ride. For those who prefer peace and quiet, Acela also offers a dedicated Quiet Car—a calm, library-like space ideal for reading, working, or simply unwinding.

First Class

With First Class, your journey begins even before boarding. Enjoy access to Metropolitan Lounges at select stations and take advantage of priority boarding into your First Class car. Once onboard, relax with complimentary at-seat meal service and exclusive perks designed for comfort. Choose the seating that suits you best—whether it’s a private single seat, a spacious double, or a conference table perfect for groups of two or four.

Stations on the Acela Train

City & StateStation NameCode
Boston, MASouth StationBOS
Boston, MABack Bay StationBBY
Route 128, MARoute 128 StationRTE
Providence, RIAmtrak/MBTA StationPVD
New Haven, CTUnion StationNHV
Stamford, CTStamford StationSTM
New York, NYMoynihan Train Hall (Penn Station)NYP
Newark, NJPenn StationNWK
Metropark, NJMetropark StationMET
Philadelphia, PAWilliam H. Gray III 30th Street StationPHL
Wilmington, DEJoseph R. Biden Jr. StationWIL
Baltimore, MDPenn StationBAL
Baltimore, MDBWI Thurgood Marshall AirportBWI
Washington, DCUnion StationWAS

FAQ

The full trip is about 7 hours, with multiple departures daily.

Yes, all Acela trains provide free Wi-Fi and power outlets at every seat.

Acela Express ticket prices vary by route and booking time, but generally start around $130–$150 one way.

You can choose Business Class or First Class, both with extra legroom, comfort, and onboard amenities.

Key stops include Boston, New Haven, New York, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.