The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Boston
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Boston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Boston will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Peterborough for Boston on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.




Live departures
Peterborough to Boston train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Boston trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Peterborough | 1h18 | 11:18 AM Boston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:27 PM Peterborough | 1h54 | 3:21 PM Boston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Boston
Trains from Peterborough to Boston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Peterborough to Boston trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Peterborough and Boston from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Peterborough to Boston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Boston 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 Boston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Peterborough to Boston
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 15:20 Sunday Closed None
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the station approach outside the station booking hall.
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