The average train between Wigan and Boston takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan 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 Wigan and Boston. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Boston at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Boston. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Boston station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Wigan to Boston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Boston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Boston station.
Book your Wigan to Boston train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Wigan and Boston is 184.7 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Boston via Crewe and Nottingham in around 5h 34m.