Skip to contentTrainline homepage
Business

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Plymouth to Boston

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

CrossCountry
Great Western Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Plymouth to Boston

Trains to Boston from Plymouth

First train

04:25

Last train

20:50

Departure stationPlymouth
Arrival stationBoston
Journey time

From 6h 32m

Distance

252 miles (405 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

Take the train from Plymouth to Boston in 6 hours 32 minutes

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

You can expect the journey from Plymouth to Boston by train to take around 9 hours 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 6 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 12 trains per day running on this route, which spans 252 miles (405 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Boston. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Plymouth to Boston 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.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Plymouth to Boston?

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

How do I get from Plymouth to Boston?

You can travel from Plymouth to Boston by train in about 9 hours and 20 minutes. With around 12 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Boston?

On average, the train journey from Plymouth to Boston takes around 9 hours and 20 minutes, with 12 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Plymouth to Boston?

The fastest trains from Plymouth to Boston can cover the distance of 252 miles (405 km) in as little as 6 hours and 32 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Plymouth to Boston?

No, you can’t travel from Plymouth to Boston on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Boston?

The price of train tickets from Plymouth to Boston starts at one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.

1. Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

2. 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 Plymouth to Boston is right for you.

3. 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.

4. Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

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

‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link