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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Boston is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Boston is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Boston station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Central Bus Station and Interchange Shelter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Boston. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Boston via Crewe and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Chester to Boston?

The distance between Chester and Boston is 145 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Boston without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Chester to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Boston bus from?

Chester to Boston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Boston train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Boston?

The best way to get from Chester to Boston is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Chester to Boston bus arrive?

Chester to Boston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Boston train arrive?

Chester to Boston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Chester to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Boston is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Chester to Boston.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Boston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain Nottingham - Skegness / ...
5h 22m
£67–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Interchange Shelterbus B5 / ...
9h 16m
£35–86
Drive 140.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Bostoncar 140.8 mi
2h 54m
£35–50

Chester to Boston by train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Boston via Crewe and Nottingham in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Interchange Shelter in around 9h 16m.

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