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Nottingham Castle
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 32 m
Trains on 08 Sept
6
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston to Nottingham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 6 trains from Boston to Nottingham, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C59735
C59729
C59723
C59727
C59733
C59729
C59727
C59735
C21418
C59723The table below shows live departures for Boston to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21418 | 8:52 Boston station (BSN) | 1h33 | 10:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59723 | 9:51 Boston station (BSN) | 1h33 | 11:24 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59727 | 10:53 Boston station (BSN) | 1h32 | 12:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59729 | 11:53 Boston station (BSN) | 1h31 | 13:24 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59733 | 12:53 Boston station (BSN) | 1h33 | 14:26 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59735 | 13:51 Boston station (BSN) | 1h33 | 15:24 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Boston to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:54 |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.
Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.
Historic quarter of warehouses, churches and creative venues, ideal for walking, architecture, independent shops and hidden courtyards.
Central square framed by major civic buildings, fountains and seasonal events, serving as Nottingham’s main gathering place.
Victorian public park with formal gardens, boating lake, deer park and woodland walks beside the dramatic hall.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar or curry sauce. It is a classic East Midlands fast-food staple tied to local cob culture.
A local bread roll from Nottingham and the East Midlands, known for its flour-dusted crust and soft centre. It is central to regional sandwich and bakery traditions.
A hard, crumbly blue cheese traditionally made in Nottinghamshire. It is one of England’s best-known historic cheeses and a strong local dairy speciality.
Modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting. A strong choice for refined dining in the city centre.
Well-known city-centre steakhouse and bar in a historic lace-market cellar. Lively atmosphere with grilled meats and cocktails.
Popular restaurant serving southern Indian dishes and street-food favourites. Casual, colourful and dependable for bold flavours.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston to Nottingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston to Nottingham trains use the Boston to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Boston has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Boston.
Ticket office support is available at Boston.
Available at Boston: Parking, WC.
Available at Boston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B- Level to Grantham bound platforms. Footbridge to Skegness bound platform (access to Skegness platform available via ramp and foot crossing at certain times only when staff are available). Access to platform 2 is via the barrow crossing. Access to platform 2 from the car park in Asda is by Radar key only. This station doesn't have any tactile paving at the edges of the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: on platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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