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Corby Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run heritage museum covering Corby’s steel, communities and post-war growth. A compact introduction to the town’s story.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£51
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£51
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 59 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Corby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Corby will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Peterborough to Corby, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Corby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 31 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Peterborough to Corby:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Peterborough to Corby costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Corby take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-32.23. The journey takes 2h 0m versus 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Corby trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:54 Peterborough | 0h53 | 8:47 Corby | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Peterborough to Corby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 20:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Corby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Corby trip today.
Volunteer-run heritage museum covering Corby’s steel, communities and post-war growth. A compact introduction to the town’s story.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Kettering with changing exhibitions, local history displays and a well-kept Georgian setting.
Local history museum in Oakham Castle’s former riding school, showing objects from Rutland and the wider region near Corby.
Large country park with woodland walks, lakes, birdwatching and a heritage railway. A favourite green escape close to Corby.
Popular boating lake and parkland with waterside paths, wildlife and open space. A relaxed local favourite for outdoor time.
Attractive town-centre park with formal gardens, open lawns and play areas. Ideal for a gentle stroll or short break between sights.
A Scottish-style minced lamb or beef pie with gravy, reflecting Corby’s strong Scottish heritage from post-war steel town migration.
A potato scone cooked on a griddle, widely linked to Scottish breakfasts and common in Corby homes because of the town’s Scottish roots.
A soft white morning roll, often filled with bacon or sausage. It is a familiar Scottish bakery staple still associated with Corby’s local identity.
Established Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and friendly casual dining in Corby.
Well-known local Italian venue serving pizza, pasta and hearty mains in an informal family-friendly atmosphere.
Popular pub restaurant serving grills, British mains and drinks in a relaxed, modern setting close to the town centre.
Corby is Moderate for UK travel. Chain hotels and casual dining are fairly priced, but rail fares and pub meals can add up versus cheaper regional towns.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Corby Railway Station -> Corby Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Corby 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 Corby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Peterborough to Corby trains use the Peterborough to Corby station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Corby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: 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.
Corby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Corby.
Ticket office support is available at Corby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Corby: Parking, WC.
Available at Corby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Corby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A - this station has step-free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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