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Trains from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough

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Trains to Peterborough from London Liverpool Street

First train

03:36

Last train

01:08

Departure stationLondon Liverpool Street
Arrival stationPeterborough
Journey time

From 1h 11m

Distance

73 miles (118 km)

Frequency

96 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink

What are the train times from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough?

Check out the next trains departing from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough for Tuesday 13th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
12:3713:501h 13m, 1 change
12:4413:561h 12m, 1 change
13:2114:341h 13m, 1 change
13:3714:501h 13m, 1 change
13:4414:561h 12m, 1 change
14:2115:331h 12m, 1 change
14:3715:511h 14m, 1 change
14:4415:561h 12m, 1 change
15:2116:331h 12m, 1 change
15:3416:471h 13m, 1 change

Trains to Peterborough from London Liverpool Street

Want to travel from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 2 hours 4 minutes to travel from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough by train. You'll find on average 96 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Peterborough by train; you'll need to make 1 change.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough?

Want to know more about your journey from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Peterborough from London Liverpool Street?

To travel to Peterborough from London Liverpool Street, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 4 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 11 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough?

Trains from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough take an average of 2 hours and 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 11 minutes. You'll usually find 96 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between London Liverpool Street and Peterborough by train?

The quickest journey time between London Liverpool Street and Peterborough by train is 1 hour and 11 minutes.

Are there direct trains from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough?

No, there are no direct trains running from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from London Liverpool Street to Peterborough?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for London Liverpool Street to Peterborough is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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