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The average train between Chester and Boston takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

4h 46m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain train Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain train Nottingham - Skegness / ...
5h 22m
£61–96

Chester to Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Boston. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Boston at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways14h 25m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 19m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 19m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 19m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 19m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 19m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 20m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Boston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 143.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Boston via Crewe and Nottingham in around 5h 22m.

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