4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Peterborough
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 12
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
1 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 12
15
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Peterborough will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 15 trains from Birmingham to Peterborough, including 15 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G008315:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers- G008171:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008202:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008408:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008274:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008315:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008171:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008202:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008408:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
- G008274:22 PM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:07 PMPeterborough station (PBO)€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, while a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 112 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Peterborough:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham to Peterborough costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Peterborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
Live departures
Birmingham to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Peterborough trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00812 | On time 11:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 1:07 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00814 | On time 12:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h48 | 2:08 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00818 | On time 1:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 3:07 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00821 | On time 2:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 4:07 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00824 | On time 3:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 5:08 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00826 | On time 4:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h47 | 6:09 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00828 | On time 4:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h01 | 6:53 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00830 | On time 5:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h51 | 7:13 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00833 | On time 6:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 8:11 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00837 | On time 7:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 9:11 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00839 | On time 8:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 10:12 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
| G00802 | 6:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h49 | 8:11 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00804 | 7:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h47 | 9:09 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00799 | 8:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 10:07 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00807 | 9:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 11:07 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00809 | 10:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 12:07 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Peterborough
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Trains from Birmingham to Peterborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 3:23 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Peterborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Peterborough
Most Birmingham to Peterborough trains use the Birmingham New Street to Peterborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Peterborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Peterborough station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre
Peterborough train station facilities and services
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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