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Ayscoughfee Hall Museum
Local museum inside Ayscoughfee Hall with displays on Spalding’s history, collections, and changing exhibitions in a historic house setting.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Spalding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Spalding will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Peterborough for Spalding on Sat, Aug 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 19 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.






Trains from Peterborough to Spalding run on average 6 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 6:32 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Spalding trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C59647 | On time 6:57 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h19 | 7:16 PM Spalding station (SPA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C59651 | On time 8:46 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h19 | 9:05 PM Spalding station (SPA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C59654 | On time 11:09 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h18 | 11:27 PM Spalding station (SPA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 7:46 AM Peterborough | 0h18 | 8:04 AM Spalding | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:46 AM Peterborough | 0h18 | 9:04 AM Spalding | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Local museum inside Ayscoughfee Hall with displays on Spalding’s history, collections, and changing exhibitions in a historic house setting.
One of Britain’s oldest learned societies, with a museum of local archaeology, natural history, and rare collections by arrangement.
Volunteer-run railway museum at Spalding station featuring heritage displays and local rail history; a rewarding stop for transport enthusiasts.
Riverside green space with formal gardens, mature trees, and walks beside Ayscoughfee Hall; ideal for a relaxed town-center stroll.
Lively shopping and leisure complex with landscaped festival gardens, seasonal displays, and popular walking areas.
Main river running through town, best enjoyed from paths and bridges for views of historic buildings and waterside life.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarse pork sausages seasoned with sage. They are a county classic and commonly served in pubs and homes around Spalding.
Stuffed chine is salt-cured pork neck filled with parsley, common in Lincolnshire. It is a traditional festive cold cut tied closely to local farming.
Haslet is a seasoned pork loaf with sage, baked and sliced cold. It is a long-standing Lincolnshire butcher's specialty popular in sandwiches and buffets.
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes, and friendly service in a casual town-centre atmosphere.
Well-regarded riverside restaurant and bar offering modern British dishes, drinks, and a smart but approachable atmosphere.
Traditional pub and hotel in Spalding serving British classics, steaks, and Sunday roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Spalding Railway Station -> Spalding Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Spalding 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 Spalding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Peterborough to Spalding trains use the Peterborough to Spalding station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Spalding train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Spalding has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Spalding.
Available at Spalding: Parking, WC.
Available at Spalding: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spalding: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge or with staff assistance via foot crossing to Sleaford bound platform (station is staffed mornings only). 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 taxis: MRIS 01795 680993, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
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