The average train between Boston and Plymouth takes 7h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Plymouth. 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 hourly between Boston and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 2:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 7h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Boston to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at Plymouth station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.
Boston to Plymouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Plymouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Boston to Plymouth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Boston and Plymouth is 405.4 km. The road distance is 589 km.
You can take a train from Boston to Plymouth via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 6h 12m.