Birmingham to Boston by train
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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Boston
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Birmingham to Boston train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Boston by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Birmingham to Boston take around 2 hours and 39 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 137 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around 05:19. The last departure is usually at around 23:09 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham at around 05:22, with the last train leaving at around 22:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 26 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 32 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £29.48.
We think any time is a great time to visit Boston, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Boston.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Boston?
The journey between Birmingham and Boston usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham to Boston every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to Boston?
The Birmingham to Boston train travel takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Birmingham to Boston train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Boston leaving Birmingham at around 05:19 and the last train leaving at around 23:09 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham at around 05:22, with the final departure at 22:10.
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