What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Preston is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Preston. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Preston via Grantham and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Boston to Preston?

The distance between Boston and Preston is 176 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Preston without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 50m and costs £35 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Preston?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Boston to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Preston train from?

Boston to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Boston to Preston train arrive?

Boston to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Boston to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Preston is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Boston to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Preston?

Book your Boston to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 749+ hotels available in Preston.

Boston to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Preston by train, car, or bus

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain
4h 50m
£40–198
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Boston to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
5h 18m
£26–118
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Prestoncar 149.2 mi
2h 52m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central Bus Stationbus B5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
6h 7m

Boston to Preston by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 50mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Boston to Preston.

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Boston, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Boston to Preston via Grantham and Leeds in around 4h 50m.

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