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12/11/2025
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Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire by train

The journey from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire by train is 44.92 mi and takes 1 hr 40 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:51 and the last at 20:18. It is possible to travel from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire by train for as little as £31.47 or as much as £31.47. The best price for this journey is £31.47.

Lowest Price £31.47
Journey Duration 1 hr 40 mins
Connection per Day 12
Lowest Price £31.47
Highest Price £31.47
First Departure 06:51
Last Departure 20:18
Distance 44.92 mi
Departure Retford
Arrival Boston, Lincolnshire
Carriers Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire

The cheapest Retford - Boston, Lincolnshire train tickets can be found for as low as £30.48 if you’re lucky, or £34.16 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £37.11.

Find the best day to travel to Boston, Lincolnshire by train

When travelling to Boston, Lincolnshire by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway and London North Eastern Railway from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire
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Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
5.06kg
Bus
5.42kg
Flight
14.46kg
Car
11.57kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire are 5.06kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire? By taking the train between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire you will save 9.4kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.36kg compared to a bus and 6.51kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire?
A train ticket from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire is £31.47. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £31.47.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire is £31.47. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire by train?
Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire is 44.92 mi.
How long does the train between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire take?
Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire is on average 1 hr 40 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 25 mins.
Which companies operate from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire?
The train journey from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway and London North Eastern Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire?
Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire leave?
The earliest train from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire departs at 06:51. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire depart?
The latest train from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire departs at 20:18. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £31.47 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire is 1 hr 25 mins.
Is there a direct train from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire?
Yes, there is a direct train between Retford and Boston, Lincolnshire.
What are the CO2 emissions for Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire by train?
The train journey from Retford to Boston, Lincolnshire creates 5.06kg of CO2 emissions.

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