The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Peterborough
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Peterborough will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich for Peterborough on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
C218045:48 AM1h34Norwich station (NRW)7:22 AMPeterborough station (PBO)€261One-way0 transfers
C218045:48 AM1h34Norwich station (NRW)7:22 AMPeterborough station (PBO)€261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Norwich to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €35.
Distance: 105 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Peterborough trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21812 | 6:51 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 1h35 | 8:26 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21590 | 7:55 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 1h32 | 9:27 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P01156+ G00959 | 8:08 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 1h41 | 9:49 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21811 | 8:52 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 1h28 | 10:20 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Peterborough
Trains from Norwich to Peterborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Peterborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Peterborough from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Norwich to Peterborough: Journey Details
Trains from Norwich to Peterborough depart every hour from around 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., seven days a week. Services are direct except on Sundays when passengers have to change once on some journeys. Sunday is also the most expensive time to travel, with higher fares throughout the day. Rail travel between Norwich and Peterborough is provided by Greater Anglia and East Midlands Trains.
Taking the Train from Norwich
Situated just off Prince of Wales Road and convenient for hotels and shopping, the town's main railway station is the departure point for trains from Norwich to Peterborough. The Dragon Hall museum and Riverside Retail Park are ½ km south of the station, and it is easily accessible by bus from most key locations in the vicinity – 5 minutes from Norwich City Football Club, 10 minutes from Norwich Cathedral, Norwich Playhouse and Norwich Arts Centre, 12 minutes from the Anglia Square shopping centre and 15 minutes from Whitlingham Country Park and Eaton Park. The local park and ride service connects Norwich Airport with the railway station from morning to early evening.
Getting into Peterborough by Train
Set in the Nene Valley in rural Cambridgeshire, Peterborough has a magnificent 12th century cathedral, a picturesque heritage railway and several attractive nature reserves on its doorstep. Rail travellers from Norwich alight at the railway terminus on Station Road, opposite the Queensgate shopping centre, a few steps from the City Museum and Art Gallery and a 5 minute walk from Peterborough Cathedral. From the stands at the shopping centre, passengers can catch buses to the Nene Valley historic railway and Peterborough United Football Club, both 5-7 minutes away, and it's about a half hour trip to the Elizabethan splendours of Burghley House and Park and Bedford Purlieus National Nature Reserve. A cycle hire facility is also available at the railway station.
FAQs: Trains from Norwich to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Peterborough
Most Norwich to Peterborough trains use the Norwich to Peterborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Peterborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Norwich station do trains to Peterborough leave from?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, 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 Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Peterborough station do trains from Norwich 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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