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Peterborough to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Looking to travel from Peterborough to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.50, with average prices for this route around £8.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Fri, Jun 6
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Sat, Jun 7
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Sun, Jun 8
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Mon, Jun 9
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Tue, Jun 10
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Wed, Jun 11
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Thu, Jun 12

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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 New Street train route details

First train

06:10

Last train

22:00

Departure station

Peterborough

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

1h 44m

Distance

71 miles

Price

£8.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Peterborough to Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Birmingham New Street, 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%

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 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 Birmingham New Street 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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Trains from Peterborough to Birmingham New Street from £8.50

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Peterborough to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

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