The average train between Bolton and Boston takes 5h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Boston. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Boston at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 5h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Boston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Boston. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Boston station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.
Bolton to Boston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Bolton to Boston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Boston station.
Book your Bolton to Boston train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Boston is 173.6 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Boston via Manchester Oxford Road, Doncaster, and Grantham in around 5h 8m.