Edinburgh to Peterborough train

Tue, Sep 10
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Peterborough

Showing times and prices for Sep 10

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
London North Eastern Railway
09:30AM3h58
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:28PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1071One-way
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
10:00AM3h48
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:48PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
11:00AM3h47
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:47PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM3h45
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:45PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1801One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
08:00AM3h48
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:48AMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1881One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Edinburgh to Peterborough

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 10
London North Eastern Railway
08:00AM3h48
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:48AMPeterborough station (PBO)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM3h45
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:45PMPeterborough station (PBO)
0 transfers
Cross Country
09:07AM3h52
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:59PMPeterborough station (PBO)
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
09:30AM3h58
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:28PMPeterborough station (PBO)
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
10:00AM3h48
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:48PMPeterborough station (PBO)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
11:00AM3h47
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:47PMPeterborough station (PBO)
0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Edinburgh to Peterborough?

The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to Peterborough is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to Peterborough route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to Peterborough per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to Peterborough.

Fastest train times from Edinburgh to Peterborough

Showing times and prices for Sep 10

Fastest Journey

3 h 45 m

Average

3 h 49 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

422 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Peterborough every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM3h45
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:45PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1801One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
11:00AM3h47
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:47PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
08:00AM3h48
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:48AMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1881One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
10:00AM3h48
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:48PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
09:07AM3h52
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:59PMPeterborough station (PBO)
$1881One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Peterborough

distanceDistance261 miles (421 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 44 min
priceAverage train ticket price$106 (€90)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 12 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesLNER or CrossCountry

Trains from Edinburgh to Peterborough cover the 261 miles (421 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 44 min with our travel partners like LNER or CrossCountry. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $69 (€59), but the average price of train tickets is $106 (€90). Travelers depart most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley and arrive in Peterborough.

Train providers: East Coast, Lumo and CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Peterborough trains

Travel to Peterborough from Edinburgh from $52 (€45) with Omio’s train partners East Coast, Lumo and CrossCountry! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Edinburgh and Peterborough you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Peterborough train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 49 min
  • Cheapest Price: $114

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Peterborough

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Peterborough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Peterborough.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Peterborough can start from as little as $69 (€59) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Peterborough is $106 (€90); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Edinburgh and Peterborough is on average 3 h 44 min   for the 261 mile (421 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Edinburgh and Peterborough by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to Peterborough leaves at 4: 48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to Peterborough leaves at 6: 37 PM.
Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day from Edinburgh to Peterborough with LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Edinburgh to Peterborough train with LNER or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Edinburgh to Peterborough as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 37 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Peterborough, located 0.2 miles (260 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Peterborough from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 44 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Peterborough by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Peterborough including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Peterborough

Edinburgh
Peterborough
The major railway station for departures from Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Peterborough from Edinburgh.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.
The major train station for arrivals in Peterborough is Peterborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Peterborough for your journey to Peterborough from Edinburgh.
Amenities at station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Peterborough
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.

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