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Peterborough to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Peterborough to Manchester, starting from NZD 16.52 and averaging NZD 40.23. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 26m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Jun 22
Mon, Jun 23
From NZD 22.62
Tue, Jun 24
From NZD 22.62
Wed, Jun 25
From NZD 16.52
Thu, Jun 26
From NZD 22.62
Fri, Jun 27
From NZD 21.83
Sat, Jun 28
From NZD 22.62

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
19:51 Peterborough	22:20 Manchester Victoria	2h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:28 Peterborough	23:35 Manchester Victoria	3h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:48 Peterborough	23:39 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:54 Peterborough	23:58 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
21:27 Peterborough	00:22+1 Manchester Victoria	2h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
21:53 Peterborough	01:12+1 Paris	3h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Peterborough to Manchester train route details

First train

09:56

Last train

22:53

Departure station

Peterborough

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2h 26m

Distance

167 km

Price

NZD 16.52*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Peterborough to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Peterborough to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Peterborough to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Peterborough to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Peterborough to Manchester train prices and times

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