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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Boston
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Trains from Southampton to Boston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 4h 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 19:54 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Southampton to Boston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Boston 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 Boston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Boston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £77, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Southampton to Boston covers a distance of 249 km and takes approximately 4h 18m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to Boston is 249 km.
The first train from Southampton to Boston leaves at 6:08.
The last train from Southampton to Boston departs at 19:54.
Trains from Southampton to Boston run approximately 7 times per day.
To travel from Southampton to Boston, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Boston.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Boston is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Boston station (BSN).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Boston is by train, costing approximately £77.
Booking trains from Southampton to Boston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southampton to Boston is not typically considered scenic, as the route mainly passes through urban and suburban areas, rather than notable natural landscapes or picturesque countryside.
A day trip from Southampton to Boston is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 18m. However, there are 6 trains available per day. The distance is 249 km.
To experience the highlights of Boston, a 3 to 4-day visit is typically recommended. This allows time to explore its rich history, diverse neighbourhoods, and cultural attractions.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Southampton to Boston.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Boston
Southampton
Boston
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to Boston.
Amenities at train station
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
The major train station for arrivals in Boston is Boston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Boston for your journey to Boston from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 15:20 Sunday Closed None
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Boston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the station approach outside the station booking hall.
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