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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Boston is to train which costs £30 - £120 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Boston is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Boston. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Boston via Carlisle, Newcastle and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Boston?

The distance between Dumfries and Boston is 291 miles. The road distance is 245.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Boston without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Dumfries to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Boston train from?

Dumfries to Boston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Where does the Dumfries to Boston train arrive?

Dumfries to Boston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Boston is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Dumfries to Boston.

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

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Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 153+ hotels available in Boston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Granthamtrain
4. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain
6h 45m
£34–119
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Lincoln Centraltrain
4. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus B5 / ...
9h 57m
Drive 243.9 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Bostoncar 243.9 mi
4h 13m
£59–85
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain
8h 29m
£47–157

Dumfries to Boston by train

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.5 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Boston, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Boston via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Grantham in around 6h 45m.

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