Boston station
Station Approach
Boston
Lincolnshire
PE21 8RN
Boston Station can be found on Station Approach in Boston as shown on the map, and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Boston Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
Ready to book your travel to Boston? Search here to find the best journey for you, and save big with our FairSplits - we give you our Cheapest Split Ticket Price Guarantee*
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, Boston Station provides a gateway for both local commuters and long-distance travelers. This charming station, nestled in the historic town of Boston, Lincolnshire, UK, offers a cozy yet functional experience for all passengers. Let's dive into its facilities and why it's a great choice for your next train trip.
Boston Station is equipped with all the essential amenities to ensure a hassle-free travel experience. The ticket office is open on weekdays from 07:40 to 15:20, although ticket machines are available for purchases and collections outside these hours. Accessibility is a key feature here, with step-free access partially available and accessible ticket machines located on platform one.
For those seeking support, the station offers help points and an open invitation for travelers with special assistance needs to reach out using the Passenger Assist program, available up to two hours before you travel. Moreover, the station provides waiting rooms, seating areas, and refreshment facilities, ensuring you stay comfortable while you wait for your train.
Boston Station is well-connected to other forms of transport, simplifying journeys to and from the station. For those times when rail services are disrupted, a Rail Replacement Service can be found just outside the station's booking hall. Taxi services are readily accessible with several companies like 1st Ace and Abbey just a call away.
The station offers numerous travel options to both nearby and distant destinations. One can conveniently travel from Boston to Nottingham, or head seaside to Skegness. The historic cities of Lincoln and Peterborough are also a train ride away. For longer routes, you can embark on a journey to London Kings Cross or to vibrant Leeds.
Train travel also opens avenues to new destinations like Manchester Piccadilly and York, ideal for those seeking adventures further afield.
With its strategic location and ample amenities, Boston Station stands out as a practical choice for frequent travelers and occasional explorers alike. Besides the essential facilities, the charm of Boston and its proximity to several fascinating locations add to the station's appeal.
In essence, whether it's the call of a historic destination, downtown excitement, or simply a seamless connection for your business travel, Boston Station meets your needs. By choosing train travel, you are not just opting for a convenient journey, but embracing a sustainable and scenic way of exploring the UK. Happy travels!
| Ticket Office | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours |
| ||||
| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes on platform 1 | ||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||
| Smartcards | |||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | No | ||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer information | No | ||
| Staff help available |
| ||
| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | None | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property | EMR lost property office is located at Nottingham. We will try to contact the owner if they can be identified, the item will be kept for 3 months (unless it is perishable) and a record is kept. | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. 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. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes on platform 1 | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
| Waiting rooms |
| ||||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | None | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | True None | ||||||
| Staff Help | |||||||
| Staff help available |
| ||||||
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. | ||||||
| Toilets | Yes The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms |
| ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| None | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operator | East Midlands Railway | ||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
| ||||||
| Spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||||||
| Refreshment Facilities | Available |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | Available |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 16 On platform 1 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
On the station approach outside the station booking hall. |
1st Ace 01205 353580 Abbey 01205 358813 Acorn 01205 358358 |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 19:25 | 2 | On time |
| from Skegness | East Midlands Railway | 19:54 | - | Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a shortage of train drivers |
| from Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 20:20 | 2 | 20:22 This train has been delayed by train crew being delayed |
| from Skegness | East Midlands Railway | 20:55 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Skegness | East Midlands Railway | 19:25 | 2 | 19:27 |
| to Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 19:54 | - | Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a shortage of train drivers |
| to Skegness | East Midlands Railway | 20:20 | 2 | 20:23 This train has been delayed by train crew being delayed |
| to Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 20:55 | 1 | On time |