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Boston station is the only rail hub in the Lincolnshire town and serves around 200,000 passengers each year. It is located just outside the town centre and is less than one mile away from the Blackfriars Theatre, Boston Guildhall and the town's football stadium on York Street. Just to the south of the station is Boston Docks. Trains to Boston operate from Nottingham (via Sleaford) to the west and the seaside resort of Skegness to the north-west. The first railway in the town opened in the 1840s and for a period it was possible to catch a train to Boston from as far away as London. However, since the 1960s the number of operating trains from Boston has fallen due to the opening of new northern line via Doncaster. The outside of the station has retained its Victorian style and features a number of distinctive stone arches.

Station details & facilities

Boston station is pretty small, but still has some handy facilities to make your journey more comfy. The station has waiting rooms that are open from Monday to Saturday, as well as toilets and refreshment facilities. Customer help points are available on platforms 1 and 2. In the event of travel disruption, rail replacement bus services depart from the station approach outside the ticket hall. Boston train timetables are available at the station and on the Trainline app. Step free access is available for disabled customers.

Frequently asked questions

Is Boston train station open?

Boston train station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.

Are trains running today from Boston train station?

Trains arrive into and depart from Boston train station almost every day, although there may be less services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Boston train station.

Are there toilets in Boston train station?

Yes there are toilets available to use at Boston train station.

Are dogs allowed in Boston train station?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Boston train station, but should be kept on a lead or comfortable in a pet carrier at all times.

Departures and arrivals from Boston

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Boston station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departing toTrainTimePlatformStatus
to NottinghamEast Midlands Railway06:13On time
to SkegnessEast Midlands Railway06:20On time
to SkegnessEast Midlands Railway07:19On time
to NottinghamEast Midlands Railway07:43On time
to SkegnessEast Midlands Railway08:20On time
Arriving fromTrainTimePlatformStatus
from NottinghamEast Midlands Railway07:01On time
from SkegnessEast Midlands Railway07:43On time
from NottinghamEast Midlands Railway08:19On time
from SkegnessEast Midlands Railway08:52On time
from NottinghamEast Midlands Railway09:21On time
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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