First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
1 h 27 m
Trains on 12 Sept
24
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 24 trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD), including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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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G00811Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 84 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD):
A train is £6 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 50m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 13m 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
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 station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00837 | On time 21:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 22:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P76438 · P66326+ G77108+ C21581 | Delayed 21:51 21:41Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h58 | 23:39 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
G00839+ P76444 · F38610 | On time 22:20 Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h23 | 0:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
P66798+ C04336 | 6:30 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h50 | 8:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
P01148+ C21813 | 7:40 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h40 | 9:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00802 | 8:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 9:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01157+ C04341 | 8:48 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h32 | 10:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00804 | 9:16 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66820+ C04343 | 9:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00799 | 10:12 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h28 | 11:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P76851+ C04345 | 10:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 12:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00807 | 11:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 12:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66837+ C04349 | 11:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 13:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00809 | 12:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01162+ C04351 | 12:45 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h35 | 14:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00811 | 13:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 14:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66853+ C04355 | 13:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 15:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00815 | On time 14:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 15:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66863+ C04358 | 14:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 16:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00817 | 15:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 16:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P76865+ C04361 | 15:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 17:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
C02009+ P66082+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale | 16:10 Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h13 | 18:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G00820 | 16:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00823 | 17:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h30 | 18:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P76872+ C21580 | 17:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h33 | 19:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
G00827 | 18:13 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 19:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P66886+ C04370 | 18:46 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h34 | 20:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 20:13 |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Peterborough station (PBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Peterborough to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough station (PBO) and Stansted Airport (SSD) 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.
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