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The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston to Birmingham will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Boston for Birmingham on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
05:55PM3h03
Boston08:58PMBirmingham
$201One-way
0 transfers
09:49AM3h07
Boston12:56PMBirmingham
$461One-way
0 transfers
08:54AM3h01
Boston11:55AMBirmingham
$531One-way
0 transfers
10:50AM3h06
Boston01:56PMBirmingham
$921One-way
0 transfers
08:54AM3h01
Boston11:55AMBirmingham
$531One-way
0 transfers
05:55PM3h03
Boston08:58PMBirmingham
$201One-way
0 transfers
10:50AM3h06
Boston01:56PMBirmingham
$921One-way
0 transfers
09:49AM3h07
Boston12:56PMBirmingham
$461One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Boston to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:56 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:54 AM Boston | 3h01 | 11:55 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:49 AM Boston | 3h07 | 12:56 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 AM Boston | 3h06 | 1:56 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Boston to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 19:54 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Boston to Birmingham start from as low as $20 (€16) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $43 (€35) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Boston to Birmingham trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Boston and Birmingham from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€16)
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Boston to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Boston to Birmingham is not feasible since the journey takes 3h 1m. However, there are 6 train trips available per day.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
The distance by train from Boston to Birmingham is 85 miles (138 km).
The train journey from Boston to Birmingham offers varied scenery, including urban landscapes, quaint New England towns, and stretches of countryside, providing a pleasant view for travelers.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
The first train from Boston to Birmingham leaves at 5:19 AM.
Train ticket prices from Boston to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $20 (€16), while the average price is around $43 (€35).
The last train from Boston to Birmingham leaves at 7:54 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Boston to Birmingham.
The cheapest way to get from Boston to Birmingham is by train, with a cost of around $20 (€16).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Boston to Birmingham.
The train from Boston to Birmingham takes 3h 1m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Boston that goes to Birmingham is Boston station (BSN), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Boston to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Boston to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston to Birmingham
Boston
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Boston is Boston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Boston for your trip from Boston to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 15:20 Sunday Closed None
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: 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.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Boston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the station approach outside the station booking hall.
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your journey to Birmingham from Boston.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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