Cheap Trains to Peterborough
Peterborough is a historical city in the county of Cambridgeshire, with a cathedral and a thriving city centre and theatre scene it is well worth taking trains to Peterborough. With the cities of Cambridge and Birmingham nearby, it is easy to take Peterborough trains from across the country. There are several places worth visiting, including Peterborough Cathedral, Burghley House, and Nene Valley Railway.
As Peterborough Train Station is situated on the east coast mainline, trains to Peterborough run regularly from destinations across the country with operators including East Midlands, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, and Greater Anglia. Local services from the town to Peterborough Station are run by Greater Anglia and pass through the train stations in the town of Ely, the town of March, and the town of Whittlesea.
There are numerous destinations across the country from where you can take trains to Peterborough. Peterborough trains run on the Liverpool - Norwich line run by East Midlands Railway, the Nottingham - Norwich line run by East Midlands Railway, and the Peterborough to Lincoln line run by East Midlands Railway run West to East.
Most trains to Peterborough from London to the South travel via King's Cross and are operated by LNER and Great Northern which both offer free Wi-Fi. Trains to Peterborough from London run regularly with trains on the best route, the East Coast Main Line always passing through Peterbrough. The Birmingham - Peterborough Line runs regular direct trains from Peterborough West to Birmingham
Peterborough Station is the main train station running Peterborough trains. The station entrance for customers is located on Station Road and there is a car park operated by London North Eastern Railway. Free Public Wi-Fi is available at the station. There are 7 platforms at Peterborough Train Station with all platforms accessible via a customer footbridge with lifts. You will also find plenty of options to buy food and drink at Peterborough Station with Station Express cafe offering many options for food.
If you would like to travel to the country of Scotland on the sleeper services of Caledonian Sleeper at night, you can easily take a train to King's Cross with the London North Eastern Railway or Great Northern and then take the London Underground to reach London Euston and catch your train.
Read below for tips on finding cheap trains from Peterborough.
Visiting Peterborough
If you regularly travel in the UK by train, you may have passed through or transferred at Peterborough. Peterborough Railway Station is a major interchange for destinations, making it an excellent stop-off point when you're coming from cities such as London from the South or York, Newcastle and Edinburgh from the North. The fastest and most popular train route to Peterborough.
While the city of Peterborough may be less famous and smaller than other cities in England, do not be deceived. Also known as the Gateway to the Fens, the centre is a short walk from the station and has a rich history and culture to discover. If you want to do a bit of shopping, Queensgate Shopping Centre is situated just across the Railway Station road.
To get to the Peterborough Museum, find the nearby Cross Street and walk through to Priestgate. While the Cathedral is the most famous, the museum is said to be the city's most haunted building. Whether you are here for history or for the thrill of meeting the ghosts, it is well worth going when you visit the city.
Only an eight-minute walk from the museum is St Peter's Cathedral. The church has incredible Norman architecture and is surrounded by lush greenery. If the sight of this is still not enough to warrant a visit, or if you get tired of wandering around the city's centre, you can head to the Ferry Meadows Country Park, about three miles away. There are cafes where you can sit and relax or take a picnic and eat it, looking at the lake.
Main Stations in Peterborough
- Peterborough
- Peterborough Bus Station
Operators
- CrossCounty
- East Midlands Railway
- Greater Anglia
- Great Northern
- London North Eastern Railway
- Thameslink
Frequently Asked Questions
What trains go to Peterborough?
Peterborough is a major station and as such trains go to Peterborough directly from major cities, including London, Newcastle and Leeds.
What trainline is Peterborough on?
Peterborough is on the East Coast Main Line, connecting London and Edinburgh.
What is the main train station in Peterborough?
Peterborough Railway Station is the main and only train station in Peterborough. Peterborough East closed in 1966.
Which train companies run services to Peterborough?
The train companies running services to Peterborough are:
CrossCountry
(Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport)
East Midlands Railway
(Liverpool - Norwich, Nottingham-Norwich (via Loughborough) Limited Service, Peterborough-Lincoln Line Mondays-Saturdays only)
Greater Anglia
(Ely - Peterborough)
Great Northern
(Peterborough - King's Cross)
London North Eastern Railway
(London - Edinburgh/Scotland, London - Leeds/West Yorkshire, London-Edinburgh/York/Newcastle, London-Newark/Doncaster/Hull/Peterborough, London-Lincoln (Limited Service)
Thameslink
(Peterborough - Horsham)
How do I find cheap tickets to Peterborough?
Find cheap tickets to Peterborough by searching for split ticket savings and booking in advance.