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Outbound fromPeterborough to Greenwich by train
It takes an average of 2h 17m to travel from Peterborough to Greenwich by train, over a distance of around 76 miles (123 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Peterborough to Greenwich and tickets for this journey start from £23.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:54 | |
| Departure station | Peterborough | |
| Arrival station | Greenwich | |
| Journey time | From 1h 27m | |
| Distance | 76 miles (123 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £23.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Peterborough to Greenwich by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Peterborough to Greenwich? Look no further.
You'll usually find 16 trains per day running between Peterborough and Greenwich, which usually take 2 hours 17 minutes to complete the 76 miles (123 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Greenwich by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Southeastern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
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 Peterborough to Greenwich start from £23.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Greenwich? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Greenwich
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Peterborough to Greenwich is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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