The average train between Stafford and Boston takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Stafford 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 hourly between Stafford and Boston. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Boston at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth High Level and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stafford 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 Stafford to Boston. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Boston station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Stafford to Boston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Tamworth High Level station.
Stafford to Boston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Boston station.
Book your Stafford to Boston train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stafford and Boston is 141.5 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Boston via Tamworth High Level and Nottingham in around 4h 2m.