The cheapest and fastest trains from Harlow to Peterborough
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harlow to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harlow to Peterborough will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Harlow for Peterborough every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.




Live departures
Harlow to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Harlow to Peterborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:38 Harlow | 6h11 | 10:49 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harlow to Peterborough
Trains from Harlow to Peterborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, LNER, Stansted Express from Harlow to Peterborough trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, LNER, Stansted Express trains will get you between Harlow 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: Harlow to Peterborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlow 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 Harlow and Peterborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible (radar key) toilet on concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room can be found on the bridge.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within building and forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station forecourt
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle spaces on station frontage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on A1184 Cambridge 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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