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Stansted Airport to Peterborough train prices and times

Planning a journey from Stansted Airport to Peterborough? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €27.50, with average prices for this route around €27.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:25 3h 6m, No direct Stansted Airport	09:31 Peterborough	Find Tickets
06:55 2h 58m, No direct Stansted Airport	09:53 Peterborough	Find Tickets
07:25 2h 59m, No direct Stansted Airport	10:24 Peterborough	Find Tickets
07:55 2h 56m, No direct Stansted Airport	10:51 Peterborough	Find Tickets
08:15 3h 2m, No direct Stansted Airport	11:17 Peterborough	Find Tickets
09:25 2h 29m, No direct Stansted Airport	11:54 Paris	Find Tickets

Stansted Airport to Peterborough train route details

First train

00:30

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Stansted Airport

Arrival station

Peterborough

Journey time

2h 7m

Distance

84 km

Price

€27.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Peterborough

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stansted Airport to Peterborough during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stansted Airport to Peterborough for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Stansted Airport to Peterborough, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stansted Airport to Peterborough ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Stansted Airport to Peterborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stansted Airport to Peterborough 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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Stansted Airport to Peterborough train prices and times

Stansted Airport to Peterborough train route details