The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Peterborough
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Peterborough will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Northampton for Peterborough on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Northampton to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€49 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Northampton to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Peterborough trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:01 AM Northampton | 2h09 | 7:10 AM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Northampton | 3h03 | 10:13 AM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Northampton | 2h28 | 10:16 AM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Northampton | 2h43 | 5:53 PM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:18 PM Northampton | 2h32 | 6:50 PM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Peterborough
Trains from Northampton to Peterborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:23, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 02:23 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Peterborough trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Peterborough from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Northampton to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Peterborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Northampton to Peterborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
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