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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Boston (BSN)

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14

train journeys
per day

177

miles (285 kms)

4hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:59 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Boston (BSN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Boston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Boston is approximately 177 miles (285 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Boston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Boston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Boston Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:59
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:18
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:17
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    11:52
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:19
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    13:36
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:26
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    13:55
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:25
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    20:19
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:19
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    21:29
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    16:54
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    22:22
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    10 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:01
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston
  • Mon 6th May
    22:04
    10 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Carlisle
    Boston
    Carlisle to Boston

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Boston Station

Station name Boston (BSN)
Address Boston station, Station Approach, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8RN
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 15:20
Tuesday 07:40 - 15:20
Wednesday 07:40 - 15:20
Thursday 07:40 - 15:20
Friday 07:40 - 15:20
Saturday 07:40 - 15:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Boston

The travel time between Carlisle and Boston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Boston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Boston can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Boston. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Boston.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carlisle and Boston, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.