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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Peterborough
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Peterborough will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Peterborough on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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.
8:00 AM5h50Plymouth1:50 PMPeterborough$1291One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM5h50Plymouth1:50 PMPeterborough$1291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Plymouth to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $88 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Peterborough:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Peterborough costing on average $131 (€106).
Other travel options to Peterborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 28m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (4h 51m by train vs 5h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $131 (€106) compared to roughly $97 (€79) 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.
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
Plymouth to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Peterborough trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:16 AM Plymouth | 5h17 | 1:33 PM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:45 AM Plymouth | 5h48 | 2:33 PM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Peterborough
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Trains from Plymouth to Peterborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 3:23 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Peterborough trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Peterborough from $72 (€58). 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 Plymouth to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Peterborough
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Dining
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Accessibility
WC
Hotel
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- 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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