The average train between Plymouth and Boston takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Plymouth and Boston. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Boston at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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.
No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Boston. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Boston station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.
Plymouth to Boston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Boston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Boston station.
Book your Plymouth to Boston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Plymouth and Boston is 405.4 km. The road distance is 589 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Boston via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 6h 26m.