How to get to Lincoln from Boston

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Compare train for Boston to Lincoln

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 44 km

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£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£223

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

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30m

Additional time*

51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest way to travel from Boston to Lincoln is a train with an average price of £18.
The fastest way to travel from Boston to Lincoln is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.
Yes, you can take a train between Boston and Lincoln.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £223 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £204. The journey takes 56m versus 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Boston to Lincoln

How to get to Lincoln from Boston by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Boston to Lincoln is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • East Midlands RailwayC59733 · C59623
    12:531h04
    Boston station (BSN)
    13:57Lincoln Central (LCN)
    £211One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • East Midlands RailwayC59733 · C59623
    12:531h04
    Boston station (BSN)
    13:57Lincoln Central (LCN)
    £211One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • East Midlands RailwayC59733 · C59623
    12:531h04
    Boston station (BSN)
    13:57Lincoln Central (LCN)
    £211One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayC59729 · C59619
    11:531h04
    Boston station (BSN)
    12:57Lincoln Central (LCN)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC59727 · C59614
    10:531h04
    Boston station (BSN)
    11:57Lincoln Central (LCN)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21418 · C21623
    8:521h05
    Boston station (BSN)
    9:57Lincoln Central (LCN)
    £211One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Boston to Lincoln

Travel to Lincoln easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Boston to Lincoln.

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You can travel between Boston and Lincoln by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Boston to Lincoln is a train with an average price of £18.
The fastest way to travel from Boston to Lincoln is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.
The Boston to Lincoln distance is approximately 44 km.
The average frequency per day from Boston to Lincoln is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Boston and Lincoln as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Boston to Lincoln:
  • Trains mostly depart from Boston station (BSN) and arrive in Lincoln Central (LCN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Boston to Lincoln, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway to go to Lincoln by train.
Omio customers who travel from Boston to Lincoln often also extend their vacation to go to London, Nottingham station (NOT), London Kings Cross (KGX), Nottingham, Leeds. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lincoln and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Boston to Lincoln, you can take a train.
In Lincoln, you can explore the vibrant Brayford Waterfront with its array of restaurants and bars overlooking the marina. Take a guided tour of the historic Lincoln Castle, which houses one of the original copies of the Magna Carta and offers panoramic views of the city. Wander through the charming shops and cafes on Steep Hill, connecting the historic and modern parts of the city. Visit the Usher Gallery for a collection of fine and decorative arts, and enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in the scenic Lincoln Arboretum. Don't miss the stunning Lincoln Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that was once one of the tallest buildings in the world, and explore The Collection, a museum showcasing archaeology and fine art from the region.
To fully experience Lincoln, including its historical sites like Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle, as well as its vibrant cultural scene, a stay of approximately two to three days is recommended.

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