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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Boston is to bus and train which costs £50 - £80 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Boston is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Boston. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Boston via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Exeter to Boston?

The distance between Exeter and Boston is 316 miles. The road distance is 249.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Boston without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 28m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Exeter to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Boston train from?

Exeter to Boston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Boston train arrive?

Exeter to Boston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Boston is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Exeter to Boston.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain
5h 28m
£111–205
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain Nottingham - Skegness / ...
9h 20m
£53–80
Drive 247.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Bostoncar 247.8 mi
4h 36m
£62–89
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain
6h 27m
£125–188

Exeter to Boston by train and subway

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5h 28mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 314.2 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Boston via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 5h 28m.

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