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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Reading is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Reading via Grantham, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Boston to Reading?

The distance between Boston and Reading is 178 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 3m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Boston to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Boston to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Boston to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Reading is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Boston to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Boston to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 37 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Grantham
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Cross
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
3h 3m
£50–147
Drive 134.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Reading134.1 mi
2h 52m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Boston to NottinghamSkegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to ReadingNottingham - Bournemouth / ...
5h 35m
£42–144
Line 37 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensgate Bus Stn37
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdon
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Reading
5h 54m
£45–133

Boston to Reading by train and subway

102Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Boston to Reading.

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Distance: 177.4 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Boston to Reading via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 3m.

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