The average train between Holyhead and Boston takes 8h 9m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 4 hours between Holyhead and Boston. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Boston at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Boston. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Boston station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.
Holyhead to Boston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Boston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Boston station.
Book your Holyhead to Boston train tickets online with Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railways and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Holyhead and Boston is 309.4 km. The road distance is 367 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Boston via Crewe and Nottingham in around 7h 7m.