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Peterborough to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Peterborough to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.93, with average prices for this route around £8.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Mon, Aug 11
From £6.80
Tue, Aug 12
From £8.80
Wed, Aug 13
From £8.80
Thu, Aug 14
From £8.80
Fri, Aug 15
From £4.53
Sat, Aug 16
From £3.93
Sun, Aug 17
From £8.80

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:10 Peterborough	07:59 Birmingham New Street	1h 49m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:54 Peterborough	08:45 Birmingham New Street	1h 51m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:54 Peterborough	09:38 Birmingham New Street	1h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:54 Peterborough	10:38 Birmingham New Street	1h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:54 Peterborough	11:38 Birmingham New Street	1h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:54 Peterborough	12:38 Paris	1h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Peterborough to Birmingham train route details

First train

06:10

Last train

22:00

Departure station

Peterborough

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 44m

Distance

71 miles

Price

£3.93*

Train Operators

CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Birmingham

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 Birmingham 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Peterborough to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Peterborough to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Peterborough to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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