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Boston to London by train
It takes an average of 3h 22m to travel from Boston to London by train, over a distance of around 102 miles (164 km). There are normally 82 trains per day traveling from Boston to London and tickets for this journey start from $28.21 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:10 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:54 pm | |
| Departure station | Boston | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 2h 3m | |
| Distance | 102 miles (164 km) | |
| Frequency | 82 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $28.21 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
How to travel from Boston to London by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Boston to London? Look no further.
You'll usually find 82 trains per day running between Boston and London, which usually take 3 hours 22 minutes to complete the 164 km journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to London from Boston, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Boston to London if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $28.21. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
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3. Book split tickets
4. Travel Off-Peak
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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