The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Peterborough
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Peterborough will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 2 trains that leave York for Peterborough on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.




Live departures
York to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Peterborough trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:02 AM York | 1h25 | 10:27 AM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:02 PM York | 1h26 | 2:28 PM Peterborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets York to Peterborough by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Peterborough
Trains from York to Peterborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:53 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains from York to Peterborough trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between York and Peterborough from $25 (€20). 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 York to Peterborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Peterborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- 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: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- 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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