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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Peterborough
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Peterborough will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 10 trains that leave Nottingham for Peterborough on Fri, Jul 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
C043685:38 PM1h04Nottingham station (NOT)6:42 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$121One-way0 transfers
G00830+C216725:50 PM1h23Nottingham station (NOT)7:13 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$121One-way1 transfer- C043726:40 PM1h02Nottingham station (NOT)7:42 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$131One-way0 transfers
- C043428:37 AM1h06Nottingham station (NOT)9:43 AMPeterborough station (PBO)$281One-way0 transfers
- C59869+
G080246:45 PM1h18Nottingham station (NOT)8:03 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$331One-way1 transfer
- C043726:40 PM1h02Nottingham station (NOT)7:42 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$131One-way0 transfers
- C043685:38 PM1h04Nottingham station (NOT)6:42 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$121One-way0 transfers
- C043449:37 AM1h05Nottingham station (NOT)10:42 AMPeterborough station (PBO)$491One-way0 transfers
- C043428:37 AM1h06Nottingham station (NOT)9:43 AMPeterborough station (PBO)$281One-way0 transfers
- C59872+G080307:45 PM1h17Nottingham station (NOT)9:02 PMPeterborough station (PBO)$331One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Nottingham to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 train costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Peterborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 25m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 13m by train vs 1h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nottingham to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Peterborough trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C04365 | On time 4:38 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h04 | 5:42 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C59863+G08012 | On time 4:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h17 | 6:02 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 transfer | |
| C04368 | On time 5:38 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h04 | 6:42 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
| C04342 | 8:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h06 | 9:43 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21731+G07964 | 8:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h17 | 10:02 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 transfer | |
| C04344 | 9:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h05 | 10:42 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70688+G00806 | On time 9:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h20 | 11:10 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Peterborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Peterborough run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:31 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Peterborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Peterborough from $13 (€11). 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 Nottingham to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Peterborough
Most Nottingham to Peterborough trains use the Nottingham to Peterborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Peterborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Peterborough leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.
Which Peterborough station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre
Peterborough train station facilities and services
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: 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.
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