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It takes an average of 4h 42m to travel from Boston to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 76 miles (123 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Boston to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £25.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:54 | |
| Departure station | Boston | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 76 miles (123 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £25.10 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Boston to Stansted Airport in 3 hours 2 minutes
If you want to travel from Boston to Stansted Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Boston to Stansted Airport by train to take around 4 hours 42 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 30 trains per day running on this route, which spans 76 miles (123 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Stansted Airport. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway. 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 Stansted Airport start from £25.10 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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.
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Boston to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Boston to Stansted Airport take?
The average journey time by train between Boston and Stansted Airport is 4 hours and 42 minutes, with around 30 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Boston and Stansted Airport by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Boston to Stansted Airport is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
How much does the train from Boston to Stansted Airport cost?
Train ticket prices from Boston to Stansted Airport can start from as little as £25.10 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Boston to Stansted Airport?
No, there are no direct train services from Boston to Stansted Airport. Travelling from Boston to Stansted Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Boston to Stansted Airport leave?
The first train from Boston to Stansted Airport leaves at 05:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Boston to Stansted Airport leave?
The last train from Boston to Stansted Airport leaves at 21:54. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Boston and Stansted Airport by train?
Trains travelling from Boston to Stansted Airport cover a distance of around 76 miles (123 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Stansted Airport to Boston.
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