The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted to Peterborough
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Peterborough will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stansted for Peterborough every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
9:251h24Stansted10:49Peterborough£151One-way0 changes
8:282h05Stansted10:33Peterborough£351One-way0 changes
9:251h24Stansted10:49Peterborough£151One-way0 changes
8:282h05Stansted10:33Peterborough£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stansted to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 83 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Peterborough trains for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75402 | On time 10:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h26 | 11:51 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
P47314+ Y12452 | On time 10:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h35 | 12:21 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 change | |
C75405 | On time 11:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h24 | 12:49 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
P47319+ Y12455 | On time 11:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h34 | 13:20 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 change | |
C07836 | On time 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h24 | 13:49 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
P47324+ Y12457 | On time 12:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h37 | 14:23 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 April | |||||
![]() | 8:28 Stansted | 2h05 | 10:33 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Stansted | 1h24 | 10:49 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Stansted to Peterborough trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Stansted to Peterborough.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stansted to Peterborough.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Stansted to Peterborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stansted to Peterborough.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted to Peterborough
Trains from Stansted to Peterborough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 3:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway from Stansted to Peterborough trainsCrossCountry, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Stansted and Peterborough from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stansted to Peterborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted to Peterborough 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 Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Peterborough
- 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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