The average train between Boston and Essex takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Boston to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Boston and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Boston to Essex? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Boston to Essex. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at Essex station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Boston to Essex train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Essex train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Boston to Essex train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Boston and Essex is 133.7 km. The road distance is 294 km.
You can take a train from Boston to White Notley via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 7m.