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TransPennine Express
East Midlands Railway

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Boston to Ellesmere Port by train

First train

09:49

Last train

20:54

Departure station

Boston

Arrival station

Ellesmere Port

Journey time

From 5h 39m

Distance

121 miles (194 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Boston to Ellesmere Port in 5 hours 39 minutes

If you want to travel from Boston to Ellesmere Port by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Boston to Ellesmere Port by train to take around 7 hours 23 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 7 trains per day running on this route, which spans 121 miles (194 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Ellesmere Port. You can travel on this route with either Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Boston to Ellesmere Port are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Boston to Ellesmere Port

Want to know more about your journey from Boston to Ellesmere Port? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Ellesmere Port from Boston?

To travel to Ellesmere Port from Boston, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 23 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 39 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Boston to Ellesmere Port?

Trains from Boston to Ellesmere Port take an average of 7 hours and 23 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 39 minutes. You'll usually find 7 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Boston and Ellesmere Port by train?

The quickest journey time between Boston and Ellesmere Port by train is 5 hours and 39 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Boston to Ellesmere Port?

No, there are no direct trains running from Boston to Ellesmere Port, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Boston to Ellesmere Port

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Boston to Ellesmere Port is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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