- Must visit
Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Brussels
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£219
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£219
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
3 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
3 h 56 m
Trains on 15 Sept
8
Distance
370 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Brussels will cost around £219 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £219.
Fast trains
To travel from Peterborough to Brussels you need to make at least one change.
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6:103h55Peterborough10:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change- 7:434h22Peterborough12:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 10:103h55Peterborough14:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 12:054h01Peterborough16:06Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 14:113h54Peterborough18:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 14:113h54Peterborough18:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 6:103h55Peterborough10:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 10:103h55Peterborough14:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 16:103h55Peterborough20:05Brussels£2191One-way1 change
- 17:103h59Peterborough21:09Brussels£2191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Peterborough to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £218 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £218, while a train costs an average of £218.
Distance: 370 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£218 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Brussels is a train with an average price of £218.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 5m.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 5m.
Yes, you can take a train between Peterborough and Brussels.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1h 53m sooner (4h 5m by train vs 5h 58m by car). Tickets start at around £218 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Peterborough to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Brussels trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:05 Peterborough | 4h01 | 16:06 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 14:11 Peterborough | 3h54 | 18:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 16:10 Peterborough | 3h55 | 20:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 17:10 Peterborough | 3h59 | 21:09 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 18:10 Peterborough | 4h25 | 22:35 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 6:10 Peterborough | 3h55 | 10:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 7:43 Peterborough | 4h22 | 12:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
| 10:10 Peterborough | 3h55 | 14:05 Brussels | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Peterborough to Brussels trains with Omio?
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Peterborough to Brussels.
Omio is the only official third party seller for London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Brussels
United Kingdom
Belgium
Trains from Peterborough to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £207 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 370 km distance in 3h 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 370 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £207 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 18:10 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Thameslink from Peterborough to Brussels trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Thameslink trains will get you between Peterborough and Brussels from £207. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
5h 22m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£207
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Price
£219
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
8 a day
Complete guide to Brussels
Things to do in Brussels
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
- Recommended
Oldmasters Museum
Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.
- Recommended
Horta Museum
Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.
- Must visit
Grand-Place
Historic square packed with ornate façades, seasonal events and evening illumination; a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
- Must visit
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
A characterful shopping arcade with glass roof, elegant details and a classic route for a refined walk in the centre.
- Must visit
Mont des Arts
Landscaped hill with gardens, fountains and one of Brussels’ most rewarding skyline views near the upper town museums.
- Gluten-free
Moules-frites
Moules-frites pairs North Sea mussels with crisp chips. It is a Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in cooler months.
- Gluten-free
Stoemp
Stoemp is mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting Brussels staple.
Carbonnade flamande
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and onion stew made with Belgian beer. It is a beloved hearty dish in Brussels cafés.
Aux Armes de Bruxelles
Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Chez Léon
Traditional restaurant famed for mussels, oysters and other Belgian seafood dishes in a lively, classic brasserie setting.
Le Cirio
Long-running brasserie serving stoemp, carbonnade and other Belgian staples in an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired dining room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.
STIB-MIVB
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.40
- Day pass
- €8.50
To the city centre
Brussels-Midi -> Grand-Place, Brussels
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
Best option: Train to Bruxelles-Central/Brussel-Centraal
- Price
- €2.40
- Duration
- 5 min
- Contactless bank card payment works on all STIB-MIVB metro gates, trams and buses. The same card must be used for each connection.
- A single STIB-MIVB journey is valid for 60 min with transfers on the STIB network. Validate again when changing bus, tram or metro.
FAQs: Peterborough to Brussels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Peterborough to Brussels can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £207, while the average price tends to be around £218.
The train journey from Peterborough to Brussels covers a distance of 370 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Peterborough to Brussels is 370 km.
The first train from Peterborough to Brussels leaves at 6:10.
The last train from Peterborough to Brussels departs at 18:10.
Trains from Peterborough to Brussels run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Peterborough to Brussels.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Peterborough to Brussels.
To travel from Peterborough to Brussels, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Peterborough to Brussels.
The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Brussels is by train, costing approximately £207.
Booking trains from Peterborough to Brussels in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Peterborough to Brussels offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, including fields and small towns, before transitioning through the Channel Tunnel and arriving in Belgium's urban landscapes.
A day trip from Peterborough to Brussels is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 54m. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 370 km.
Explore the vibrant Marolles district, known for its eclectic mix of antique shops and street art. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire, home to impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at renowned chocolatiers, and discover the lively atmosphere of the Saint-Géry district with trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Visit Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Atomium for panoramic city views, the famous Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum for surrealist art.
To explore Brussels' main attractions, including the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Peterborough to Brussels.
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