Taking the train from Ancaster to Boston in 32 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Ancaster to Boston? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 34 minutes to travel the 21 miles (34 km) from Ancaster to Boston by train, although you can get there in as little as 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with East Midlands Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Boston.
Book train tickets from Ancaster to Boston in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Boston by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Ancaster to Boston
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Ancaster to Boston is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
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