4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Peterborough
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Peterborough will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for Peterborough on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 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.
8:30 AM4h03Southampton12:33 PMPeterborough$521One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM4h03Southampton12:33 PMPeterborough$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Southampton to Peterborough:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Peterborough costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Peterborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 48m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 38m by train vs 2h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $55 (€45) 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
Southampton to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Peterborough trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L78869+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+ G08043 | Delayed 6:19 AM 6:30 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 9:33 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2 transfers | |
| L78871+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80173 | On time 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 10:33 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2 transfers | |
 G00739+ G15035+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G08095 | On time 7:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h01 | 10:56 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 3 transfers | |
| L78760+G08047+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | On time 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h06 | 11:36 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2 transfers | |
L78764+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+ G88386+ Y14834 | On time 9:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 12:03 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 3 transfers | |
| L80064+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80176 | On time 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 12:33 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2 transfers | |
| L80195+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G08106+G26400 | On time 10:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h56 | 12:56 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 3 transfers | |
| L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G08054 | On time 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 1:33 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2 transfers | |
| L80201+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G08112+G26407 | On time 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h56 | 1:56 PM Peterborough station (PBO) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Peterborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Peterborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Peterborough trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Peterborough from $50 (€41). 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 Southampton to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Peterborough
Most Southampton to Peterborough trains use the Southampton Central to Peterborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Peterborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Peterborough leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Peterborough station do trains from Southampton 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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