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Travelling to College

Getting to college should be a simple and stress-free experience. There are a variety of reliable transport options to suit your individual needs, whether you're commuting daily or travelling from further away. The campus is easily accessible via local bus and train services, and for those who prefer to cycle, there are secure and dedicated bike shelters. Additionally, the College provides FREE on-campus parking, ensuring there is a range of accessible ways for you to travel to and from college.

Plan Your Journey

Car, Motorbike or Bike

If you are driving or cycling* to college, you can park for FREE at our Rochford Campus, Mayflower Building, Peter Paine Centre, and our Horncastle Campus.

Our Sam Newsom Centre is a short walk away from the Rochford Campus, allowing you to park for FREE and take the short walk across. There is currently no parking at our Spalding Campus, but there are car parks available nearby.

*Please note, cycle parking is at your own risk. The College recommends using a secure bike lock and the allocated bike shelters.

Public Transport

You can travel to college using the network of public service buses or trains. For timetable information, please visit the relevant public service website:

Boston College operates a FREE courtesy bus service from our Rochford Campus to our Peter Paine Centre. Please note that the Peter Paine service runs both in the morning and the end of the day.

Travel Pass

If you are aged under 19 on 1st September and live more than 3 miles from the College, you can apply for a subsidised travel pass from Lincolnshire County Council.

You can apply online on the Lincolnshire County Council website, by selecting ‘Apply Online’ at the bottom of the page. If you any further questions, please call Lincolnshire County Council on 01522 782020.

Financial Support for Transport

There may be financial support available for travel costs to college by applying for the 16-19 Bursary Fund or the 19+ Learner Support Fund. This may include support to cover costs of a Lincolnshire County Council Travel Pass, public transport tickets, or a mileage allowance.

Need Some More Advice?

If you need any support or additional information regarding travel to college, you can ask to speak to a member of the College's Student Services Team by calling 01205 365701 or emailing info@boston.ac.uk.

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