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What is the best way to travel from London to Peterborough?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Peterborough from London. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 20m
£9
£20
23
Car
1h 10m
£5
£5
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What is the cheapest way to reach Peterborough from London?

You can reach Peterborough with just £5 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £9
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £20
Wednesday
from £5
Thursday
Friday
from £20

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    20:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    22:06
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £9
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    21:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    22:36
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £9
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    21:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    23:06
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £9
  • Greater Anglia
    2h 29m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Liverpool Street Train Station
    08:23
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    Greater Anglia
    Economy
    from £35

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 23m
    0
    09:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    11:09
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 25m
    0
    12:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    13:41
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 22m
    0
    12:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    14:08
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 25m
    0
    10:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    11:41
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £29

    Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    04:40
    London Stansted Airport
    05:50
    Peterborough
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £5

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 23m
    0
    09:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    11:09
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 22m
    0
    10:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:08
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    11:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:36
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 25m
    0
    12:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    13:41
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20

What are the fastest trips from London to Peterborough?

You can get to Peterborough from London in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 1h 20m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 22m
Wednesday
from 1h 10m
Thursday
Friday
from 1h 20m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    20:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    22:06
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £9
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    21:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    22:36
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £9
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    21:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    23:06
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £9
  • Greater Anglia
    2h 29m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Liverpool Street Train Station
    08:23
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    Greater Anglia
    Economy
    from £35

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 22m
    0
    12:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    14:08
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 22m
    0
    10:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:08
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £29
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 23m
    0
    09:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    11:09
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 25m
    0
    12:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    13:41
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 10m
    0
    04:40
    London Stansted Airport
    05:50
    Peterborough
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £5

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 20m
    0
    11:16
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:36
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 22m
    0
    10:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:08
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 22m
    0
    12:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    14:08
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 23m
    0
    09:46
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    11:09
    Peterborough
    Train Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from London to Peterborough

What are the most popular stations in London and Peterborough?

In London, you will usually depart from Southwark Bridge Road Coach Stop, Victoria Coach Station or St Pancras Train Station, while in Peterborough you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Rivergate or Queensgate, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Peterborough from London? With 3 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between London and Peterborough, you can pay as low as £5 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Peterborough in just 1h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting London and Peterborough are GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), BlaBlaCar and Greater Anglia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in London and Peterborough is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Belsize Park or to Eye, and look at flights from Rochester Airport, and landing at Cambridge Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from London to Peterborough?

The most popular companies between London and Peterborough, are GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), BlaBlaCar and Greater Anglia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and Greater Anglia

All you need to know when you travel from London to Peterborough

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from London to Peterborough. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from London to Peterborough

How can I reach Peterborough from London?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Peterborough from London.

How far is Peterborough from London?

The distance between London and Peterborough is 118.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between London and Peterborough?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 20 kgs, and a flight 29 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from London to Peterborough?

You can get to Peterborough with just £5 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Peterborough?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Peterborough in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to London and to Peterborough

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to London and to Peterborough. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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