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London Kings Cross to Peterborough by train
It takes an average of 1h 12m to travel from London Kings Cross to Peterborough by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 137 trains per day traveling from London Kings Cross to Peterborough and tickets for this journey start from $18.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:12 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:43 am | |
| Departure station | London Kings Cross | |
| Arrival station | Peterborough | |
| Journey time | From 44m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 137 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $18.60 | |
| Train operators | Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
Take the train from London Kings Cross to Peterborough in 44 minutes
If you want to travel from London Kings Cross to Peterborough by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from London Kings Cross to Peterborough by train to take around 1 hour 12 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 137 trains per day running on this route, which spans 116 km. There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Peterborough.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London Kings Cross to Peterborough start from $18.60 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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