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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Boston by train or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Granthamtrain train Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
    2. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain train Nottingham - Skegness / ...
    5h 6m
    £94–133

  2. Drive 211 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carlisle to Bostoncar car 211 mi
    3h 40m
    £52–74

  3. Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain train
    2. Take the train from Newcastle to Granthamtrain train
    3. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain train
    5h 43m
    £93–149

  4. Train via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain train
    3. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain train
    6h 44m
    £112–183

Carlisle to Boston by train

Calendar1Weekly Trains
Duration5h 6mAverage Duration
Ticket£94Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 256.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Boston via Grantham in around 5h 6m.

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