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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Boston takes 7h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 25m
Duration
353 mi
Distance
£160
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain train
  3. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain train
  4. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain train
7h 1m
£124–233

Barnstaple to Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Boston. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Boston at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 7h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 53m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 56m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 43m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 47m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 53m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 56m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 43m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 47m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 53m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 56m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 43m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 47m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 53m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 56m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 43m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 47m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 53m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 56m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 43m • 4 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 47m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Boston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 353.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Boston via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 7h 1m.

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