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Compare train and bus for Northampton to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $69 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $69, while a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$69 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m 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.
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Tickets start at around $69 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$53. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Northampton to Peterborough by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Northampton to Peterborough is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:14 AM 2h53 Northampton 12:07 PM Peterborough $43 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:14 AM 2h53 Northampton 12:07 PM Peterborough $43 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:14 AM 2h53 Northampton 12:07 PM Peterborough $43 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:10 AM 3h00 Northampton 10:10 AM Peterborough $49 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Northampton and Peterborough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Northampton station (NMP) and arrive in Peterborough station (PBO).
- Travel with West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains to go to Peterborough by train.
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