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London King's Cross to Peterborough trains
From London to Peterborough in comfort
Relax and gaze out at the stunning scenery of England as you speed effortlessly between London and Peterborough.
Our refreshments and comfy seats will have you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated when you arrive. Plus, with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have plenty of spending money left!
Average travel time
0h 48m
Distance
72 miles
Cheapest train tickets from London to Peterborough
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Things to do in Peterborough
Peterborough is a pick-and-mix of everything: cobbled streets, cosmopolitan avenues, historic buildings, and buzzing bars.
Peterborough Cathedral
Peterborough CatherdralSome of history’s major bad guys feature in the story of Peterborough Cathedral - Henry VIII, Oliver Cromwell and the rampaging Vikings. Cromwell and his army gave the cathedral a hard time in the Civil War – smashing stained glass was a favoured technique. It still looks magnificent though – no wonder they say it’s one of the ‘finest Norman cathedrals in England’.
Nene Valley Railway
Nene Valley RailwayFrom super-modern trains to Peterborough to something completely different. Climb aboard a steam train on the Nene Valley Railway for a proper blast from the past. Steam trains are just so romantic. Just don’t ask for the Wi-Fi password…
Longthorpe Tower
Longthorpe TowerFascinating wall paintings are the order of the day at Longthorpe Tower. Kings jostle with musicians, saints with monsters, on the walls of this medieval tower. Astonishingly they were rediscovered by the Home Guard who were stationed there during WWII. Sounds like an episode of Dad’s Army.
Peterborough Cathedral
Peterborough CatherdralSome of history’s major bad guys feature in the story of Peterborough Cathedral - Henry VIII, Oliver Cromwell and the rampaging Vikings. Cromwell and his army gave the cathedral a hard time in the Civil War – smashing stained glass was a favoured technique. It still looks magnificent though – no wonder they say it’s one of the ‘finest Norman cathedrals in England’.
Nene Valley Railway
Nene Valley RailwayFrom super-modern trains to Peterborough to something completely different. Climb aboard a steam train on the Nene Valley Railway for a proper blast from the past. Steam trains are just so romantic. Just don’t ask for the Wi-Fi password…
Longthorpe Tower
Longthorpe TowerFascinating wall paintings are the order of the day at Longthorpe Tower. Kings jostle with musicians, saints with monsters, on the walls of this medieval tower. Astonishingly they were rediscovered by the Home Guard who were stationed there during WWII. Sounds like an episode of Dad’s Army.
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for your London to Peterborough train
Book your London to Peterborough train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Peterborough train ticket at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47% * on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47% * compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your London to Peterborough train with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Save 56%** on high-speed London to Peterborough trains
Family SinglesTravel between 17 cities and save on average 56% ** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest London to Peterborough train
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares on London to Peterborough trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Book your London to Peterborough train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Peterborough train ticket at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47% * on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47% * compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your London to Peterborough train with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Save 56%** on high-speed London to Peterborough trains
Family SinglesTravel between 17 cities and save on average 56% ** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest London to Peterborough train
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares on London to Peterborough trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
** Average saving is based on two adults and two children travelling with an LNER Family Single vs Advance fare.
Take the London to Peterborough train with LNER
Taking the high-speed London to Peterborough train is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 72 miles, our trains from London to Peterborough take just 0h 48m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious London to Peterborough train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use of our London King's Cross First Class lounge.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between London and Peterborough?
Are there direct trains between London and Peterborough?
Yes. Direct LNER trains run from London to Peterborough with a journey time of around 0h 48m.
During the week, there are approximately 42 direct LNER trains per day between 06:15 and 23:33.
Which rail lines go through Peterborough?
Which rail lines go through Peterborough?
The principal trains going through Peterborough station are LNER, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands, and Thameslink.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London and Peterborough?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London and Peterborough?
No, Season Tickets are not currently available for this journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
