- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$51
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 20
13
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston to London will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Boston to London without transferring at least once.
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W04510The table below shows live departures for Boston to London trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C59734+ C01951 | Delayed 1:10 PM 1:51 PMBoston station (BSN) | 2h40 | 4:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59737+ C01908 | On time 2:51 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h41 | 5:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59740+ W04513 | On time 3:48 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h28 | 6:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59742+ C01933 | On time 4:52 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h39 | 7:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59746+ C01929 | On time 5:59 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h32 | 8:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59750+ C01910 | On time 6:51 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h40 | 9:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59752+ C01920 | On time 7:53 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h54 | 10:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59754+ C02031 | On time 8:54 PM Boston station (BSN) | 3h00 | 11:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
C59719+ C01947 | 9:15 AM Boston station (BSN) | 2h18 | 11:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59725+ G08051 | 10:53 AM Boston station (BSN) | 2h20 | 1:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59728 · C04352+ G07988 | 11:53 AM Boston station (BSN) | 3h00 | 2:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C59728+ C01974 | 11:53 AM Boston station (BSN) | 2h40 | 2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59731+ G08056 | 12:51 PM Boston station (BSN) | 2h22 | 3:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Boston to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 9:52 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston to London trains use the Boston to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Boston and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Boston has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Boston.
Ticket office support is available at Boston.
Available at Boston: Parking, WC.
Available at Boston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston: 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.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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