The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Peterborough
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
522 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Peterborough will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aberdeen for Peterborough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 522 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Aberdeen to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 522 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£103 Average Price | £88 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Peterborough trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:20 Aberdeen | 7h08 | 14:28 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:52 Aberdeen | 6h56 | 15:48 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Peterborough
Trains from Aberdeen to Peterborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £37 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 17:19. The fastest train covers the 522 km distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 522 km |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 17:19 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry from Aberdeen to Peterborough trainsLNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Aberdeen and Peterborough from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Peterborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Peterborough
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
- 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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