Train from Edinburgh to Peterborough: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Peterborough on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
PeterboroughNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
PeterboroughNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
PeterboroughNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
PeterboroughNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
PeterboroughNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Peterborough

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Peterborough. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 866, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 30mAverage duration
423 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 544 - R 1 743Average duration13h 50m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 970 - R 4 473Average duration3h 43m
10kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 866 - R 866Average duration7h 30m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Peterborough by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Peterborough?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Peterborough start from R 970. The average price for this train route is around R 1 927. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Peterborough?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Peterborough is 3h 43m, covering a distance of 422 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 23m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Peterborough route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Peterborough?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Peterborough departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
25/01
R 1 179
26/01
R 1 353
Today
R 995
28/01
R 994
29/01
R 1 182
30/01
R 1 459
31/01
R 1 168
01/02
R 1 179
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Peterborough was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 994

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

You can expect to pay from R 994 to R 4 256 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Peterborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 994, which is on 2026-01-28.

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