The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Peterborough station (PBO) for East Midlands Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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 coach and train for Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 78 km
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport
Trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 12:56. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 08:54 |
Last train 12:56 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Peterborough station (PBO) and East Midlands Airport from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough station (PBO) to East Midlands Airport 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 East Midlands Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough station (PBO) and East Midlands Airport
- 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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