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Royal Cornwall Museum
City museum covering Cornwall’s history, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a central Victorian building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£170
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£170
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
7 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 32 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Truro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Truro will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £170.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Peterborough to Truro, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 421 km distance in an average of 7 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 32 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 train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Truro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £85 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £85, while a train costs an average of £362.
Distance: 421 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£362 Average Price | £85 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 20m Average total duration 29h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Peterborough to Truro:
A coach is £277 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Peterborough to Truro costing on average £362.
Other travel options to Truro take longer:
Coach takes on average 29h 50m.
Tickets start at around £362 compared to roughly £82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-279.38. The journey takes 7h 8m versus 5h 36m 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 Truro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:54 Peterborough | 7h07 | 17:01 Truro | 1 change | |
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Trains from Peterborough to Truro run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £362 but you can travel from only £85 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 421 km distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 421 km |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £362 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 7m |
First train 3:23 |
Last train 18:35 |
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Discover the best of Truro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Truro trip today.
City museum covering Cornwall’s history, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a central Victorian building.
Independent gallery showing contemporary Cornish art and craft in changing exhibitions, close to Truro Cathedral and city shops.
Contemporary arts venue with exhibitions by regional and national artists, plus talks and events in a converted chapel setting.
Main city square with shops, events and seating, framed by historic buildings and the cathedral approach.
Attractive Georgian street lined with grand townhouses, independent businesses and elegant architecture near the centre.
Riverside green space with lawns, memorials and paths, useful for a quiet break close to the city centre.
A hearty Cornish pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped case. It is Cornwall’s signature portable meal and closely tied to local mining history.
A rich fish stew from Cornwall, usually with mixed local fish, shellfish, onions and potatoes. It showcases the county’s long fishing tradition.
A sweet saffron-enriched yeast bun from Cornwall, often baked with currants and served split with butter. It reflects the county’s old trade links.
Contemporary restaurant in Truro serving refined British cooking with local produce. Stylish but approachable atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Popular waterside fish restaurant and shop known for fresh Cornish seafood, simple cooking and a relaxed modern setting near Truro.
Long-established Truro institution for traditional fish and chips, with restaurant seating and reliable portions in a casual setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining cost less than London, but summer stays and tourist areas raise prices. Local buses are reasonable, while fine dining and peak-season lodging cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or no tip is normal.
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Truro Station -> Truro City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Truro 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 Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Peterborough to Truro trains use the Peterborough to Truro station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Truro 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.
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Yes, 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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