Train from Peterborough to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Peterborough to London on 3 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ThamesLinkTrain
Peterborough
St Pancras InternationalCheapest
Great NorthernTrain
Peterborough
King's CrossFastest
Great NorthernTrain
Peterborough
King's CrossNo tags
ThamesLinkTrain
Peterborough
St Pancras InternationalNo tags
Great NorthernTrain
Peterborough
King's CrossNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Peterborough to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1h 50mAverage duration
121 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 125 - R 180Average duration1h 50m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 260 - R 2 273Average duration57m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 234 - R 308Average duration1h 30m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Peterborough to London 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 Peterborough to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to London start from R 260. The average price for this train route is around R 825. 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 Peterborough to London?

    The average train journey time from Peterborough to London is 57m, covering a distance of 117 km. The quickest train can get you there in 47m and is operated by Grand Central.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, ThamesLink, Great Northern, Grand Central, Lumo.

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

    The earliest train from Peterborough to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:38.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Peterborough to London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Lumo, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Peterborough to London?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Peterborough to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Lumo, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Peterborough to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Lumo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Peterborough to London was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 249

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

You can expect to pay from R 249 to R 2 215 for a train ticket from Peterborough to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 249, which is on 2026-02-04.

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