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

The average train ticket price from Peterborough to Birmingham is $29. The best way to find train tickets from Peterborough to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Peterborough to Birmingham?

A train trip between Peterborough and Birmingham is around 1h 44m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 70 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Peterborough and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Peterborough to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Peterborough to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.

Trains from Peterborough to Birmingham | CrossCountry

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from $31

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 4 at 11:54am
Departure city: Peterborough
Departure location: Peterborough
Arrival time: May 4 at 1:39pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: May 4 at 12:54pm
Departure city: Peterborough
Departure location: Peterborough
Arrival time: May 4 at 2:39pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: May 4 at 1:54pm
Departure city: Peterborough
Departure location: Peterborough
Arrival time: May 4 at 3:39pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: May 4 at 2:54pm
Departure city: Peterborough
Departure location: Peterborough
Arrival time: May 4 at 4:39pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: May 4 at 3:54pm
Departure city: Peterborough
Departure location: Peterborough
Arrival time: May 4 at 5:39pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m

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Train Peterborough to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$29

Average train trip duration1h 44m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure7:54am

Distance70 miles (112 km)

Latest train departure8:54pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4/539 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.9

Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

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

Best price found

05/01

$27

05/02

$18

Today

$18

05/04

$31

05/05

$18

05/06

$27

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05/08

$27

The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Birmingham was searched and found on May 2, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $36 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Peterborough to Birmingham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Birmingham, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Peterborough and Birmingham compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Peterborough to Birmingham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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