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Birmingham to Boston train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Boston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £6.35, with average prices for this route around £16.90.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Tue, Jun 10
From £16.10
Wed, Jun 11
From £6.35
Thu, Jun 12
From £16.10
Fri, Jun 13
From £16.10
Sat, Jun 14
From £16.10
Sun, Jun 15
From £16.10
Mon, Jun 16

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:09 Birmingham New Street	09:21 Boston	3h 12m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:08 Birmingham New Street	10:21 Boston	3h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:08 Birmingham New Street	11:06 Boston	2h 58m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:09 Birmingham New Street	12:18 Boston	3h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:09 Birmingham New Street	13:14 Boston	3h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:09 Birmingham New Street	14:17 Paris	3h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Boston train route details

First train

06:09

Last train

23:09

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Boston

Journey time

2h 58m

Distance

3180 miles

Price

£6.35*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Boston

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Boston can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Boston, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Boston train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Birmingham to Boston with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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Birmingham to Boston train prices and times

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