How much does a train ticket cost from Sunderland to Peterborough?

The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Peterborough start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £68. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Peterborough?

The average train journey time from Sunderland to Peterborough is 2h 42m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 42m and is operated by Grand Central .

Which train operators serve the Sunderland to Peterborough route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sunderland to Peterborough?

The earliest train from Sunderland to Peterborough departs at 10:17. And the latest train departs at 10:17.

Train Sunderland to Peterborough from £56

Next train departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Peterborough on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:17	Sunderland	2h 42m	12:59	Peterborough	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:17	Sunderland	2h 42m	12:59	Peterborough	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 02:59 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sunderland to Peterborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Peterborough. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 45mAverage duration

168 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£20 - £20	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£46 - £82	Average duration2h 42m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£21 - £21	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Grand Central

5/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4

WiFi4

Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Grand Central ticket prices on this trip start at £46

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to Peterborough by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Sunderland to Peterborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Peterborough start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £68. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Peterborough?
The average train journey time from Sunderland to Peterborough is 2h 42m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 42m and is operated by Grand Central.
Which train operators serve the Sunderland to Peterborough route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sunderland to Peterborough?
The earliest train from Sunderland to Peterborough departs at 10:17. And the latest train departs at 10:17.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£64

10/12

£48

Today

£56

12/12

£71

13/12

No data

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Peterborough was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sunderland to Peterborough as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £48 to £77 for a train ticket from Sunderland to Peterborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £71, which is on 2025-12-12.