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Trains from Retford to Boston (BSN)

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15

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

1hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:51 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Retford to Boston (BSN)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Boston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Boston is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Boston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 25 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Retford to Boston

Journeys from Retford to Boston Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:51
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:19
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:41
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:56
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:40
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:18
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:41
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:14
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:40
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:39
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:17
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:43
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:21
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:12
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:19
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:41
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    18:27
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:00
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    19:25
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:41
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:18
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    22:23
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:04
    8 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:01
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:16
    9 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Retford
    Boston
    Retford to Boston

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable

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 Retford and Boston

The travel time between Retford and Boston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Boston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Retford 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 Retford & Boston. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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