The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to London
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€23
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€60
Fastest journey on Oct 07
49 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
49 m
Trains on Oct 07
31
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to London will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 31 trains from Peterborough to London, including 30 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest trains will take 50 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.
G079811:05 PM0h49Peterborough station (PBO)1:54 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€231One-way0 transfers
W3289012:53 PM1h21Peterborough station (PBO)2:14 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€231One-way0 transfers
W3288212:23 PM1h21Peterborough station (PBO)1:44 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€231One-way0 transfers
G0797712:05 PM0h49Peterborough station (PBO)12:54 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€401One-way0 transfers
G0805012:17 PM0h59Peterborough station (PBO)1:16 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€401One-way0 transfers
G0797712:05 PM0h49Peterborough station (PBO)12:54 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€401One-way0 transfers
G079811:05 PM0h49Peterborough station (PBO)1:54 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€231One-way0 transfers
C019547:12 AM0h49Peterborough station (PBO)8:01 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€831One-way0 transfers
C021756:43 AM0h50Peterborough station (PBO)7:33 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€831One-way0 transfers
C019566:10 AM0h50Peterborough station (PBO)7:00 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€831One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to London
Trains from Peterborough to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 47m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Live departures
Peterborough to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W32917 | 5:23 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 6:44 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93013 | 5:43 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h01 | 6:44 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32911 | 5:53 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 7:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93018 | 6:05 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h12 | 7:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01956 | On time 6:10 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h50 | 7:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02153 | 6:19 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h01 | 7:20 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32881 | 6:23 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 7:44 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93024 | 6:37 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h08 | 7:45 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02175 | 6:43 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h50 | 7:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32903 | 6:53 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 8:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02145 | 7:00 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h52 | 7:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93029 | 7:05 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h12 | 8:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01954 | On time 7:12 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h49 | 8:01 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32880 | 7:23 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 8:44 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02155 | 7:34 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h56 | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93032 | 7:37 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h07 | 8:44 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01905 | 7:43 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h51 | 8:34 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32876 | 7:53 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 9:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01963 | 8:14 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h03 | 9:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32889 | 8:23 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 9:44 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08041 | 8:28 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h51 | 9:19 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01970 | 8:50 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h57 | 9:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32916 | 8:53 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 10:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G07955 | 8:59 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h53 | 9:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G07977 | 12:05 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h49 | 12:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02015 | 12:10 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h52 | 1:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08050 | 12:17 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h59 | 1:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32882 | 12:23 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 1:44 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W32882+ C10114 | 12:23 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h29 | 1:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W32890 | 12:53 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h21 | 2:14 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G07981 | 1:05 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h49 | 1:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Peterborough to London
Peterborough is a modern city with a historic center, and an imposing Norman cathedral. Located on the East Coast Main Line, it has excellent rail links with the capital, with several rail operators offering direct connections to two stations in London. Direct trains from Peterborough to London are available seven days a week, with journey times of under an hour for the fastest services. Connections operate from very early morning to late evening.
Which train companies travel from Peterborough to London?
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) operates frequent direct trains from Peterborough to London King's Cross on the East Coast Main Line. Great Northern also provides direct services to London King's Cross. Thameslink provides daily direct connections from Peterborough to London Bridge Station.
How long is the train from Peterborough to London.?
The fastest connections on the 80 mile trip south from Peterborough to the capital are LNER non-stop services to London King's Cross, taking 50 minutes. Most LNER trains take five to 15 minutes longer on this route. Great Northern stopping services to King's Cross take from one hour and 3 minutes to one hour and 20 minutes. Thameslink trains from Peterborough to London Bridge take just over one hour and 30 minutes.
How many trains are there from Peterborough to London?
The LNER timetable offers direct trains to King's Cross from Peterborough at least every half hour from early morning to just before midnight. Great Northern connections to King's Cross operate hourly from early to mid morning. Thameslink services to London Bridge run every half hour from very early morning to late at night. Sunday schedules are reduced, with fewer early morning departures.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Peterborough to London?
Departure train station: Peterborough Station is located on the western side of the city center, served by bus routes to the adjacent Queensgate Bus Station. Facilities at the station include a supermarket, coffee shop, ATMs, news vendor and taxi stands.
Arrival train station:London King's Cross Station is on the northern side of the city center, with Underground connections on six lines and buses available on Euston Road. London Bridge Station is south-east of the center, with its own bus terminus and two Underground lines. Both stations have pubs, coffee shops, WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Trains from Peterborough to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Peterborough to London
Most Peterborough to London trains use the Peterborough to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Peterborough station do trains to London leave from?
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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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