What is the best way to travel from Sheffield to Peterborough?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains to Peterborough from Sheffield. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Peterborough from Sheffield?
You can reach Peterborough with just £21 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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CrossCountry1h 31m013:32SheffieldCentral Station15:03PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 13:32:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 15:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 31m
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East Midlands Railway2h 2m012:40SheffieldCentral Station14:42PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 12:40:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 14:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 2m
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East Midlands Railway2h 2m013:40SheffieldCentral Station15:42PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 13:40:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 15:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 2m
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TransPennine Express1h 35m014:11SheffieldCentral Station15:46PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 14:11:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 15:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Northern2h 1m006:56SheffieldKiveton Park Train Station08:57PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Kiveton Park Train Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 06:56:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 08:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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What are the fastest trips from Sheffield to Peterborough?
You can get to Peterborough from Sheffield in just 1h 31m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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CrossCountry1h 31m013:32SheffieldCentral Station15:03PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 13:32:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 15:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 31m
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TransPennine Express1h 35m014:11SheffieldCentral Station15:46PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 14:11:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 15:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Northern2h 1m006:56SheffieldKiveton Park Train Station08:57PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Kiveton Park Train Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 06:56:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 08:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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East Midlands Railway2h 2m012:40SheffieldCentral Station14:42PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 12:40:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 14:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 2m
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East Midlands Railway2h 2m013:40SheffieldCentral Station15:42PeterboroughTrain Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/09/2026 13:40:00 to Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 15:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 2m
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Bus from Sheffield to Peterborough
What are the most popular stations in Sheffield and Peterborough?
In Sheffield, you will usually depart from Central Station, Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station or Coach Station, while in Peterborough you will be arriving at Queensgate, Rivergate or Bus Stop, 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 Sheffield? With 5 connections between 4 Train 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 Sheffield and Peterborough, you can pay as low as £21 with a Train from CrossCountry.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 Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Peterborough in just 1h 31m.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 Sheffield and Peterborough are East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express, 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 Sheffield 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 Oughtibridge or to Eye, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Peterborough?
The most popular companies between Sheffield and Peterborough, are East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express and 1 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Sheffield to Peterborough
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Peterborough
How can I reach Peterborough from Sheffield?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Peterborough from Sheffield.
How far is Peterborough from Sheffield?
The distance between Sheffield and Peterborough is 122.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Sheffield 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 21 kgs, and a flight 30 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Sheffield to Peterborough?
You can get to Peterborough with just £21 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.
What is the fastest way to get from Sheffield 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 31m with a Train from CrossCountry.
More routes to Sheffield and to Peterborough
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Sheffield and to Peterborough. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
