The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Peterborough for London Stansted Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.










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Compare train and coach for Peterborough to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 84 km
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Peterborough to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, 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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![]() | 07:19 Peterborough | 1h22 | 08:41 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:19 Peterborough | 1h22 | 09:41 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:13 Peterborough | 1h28 | 18:41 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:16 Peterborough | 1h25 | 21:41 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:28 Peterborough | 2h45 | 23:13 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Peterborough to London Stansted Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 20:28 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, LNER, Great Northern, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Peterborough to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, LNER, Great Northern, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and London Stansted Airport from £10. 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 to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to London Stansted 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and London Stansted 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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