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Peterborough to London Charing Cross train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Peterborough to London Charing Cross, starting from £19.60 and averaging £19.60. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 25m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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03:23
Peterborough
05:57
London Charing Cross
2h 34m, No directThameslinkGreat Northern
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04:19
Peterborough
06:17
London Charing Cross
1h 58m, No directThameslinkElizabeth line
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04:19
Peterborough
07:04
London Charing Cross
2h 45m, No directThameslinkGreat Northern
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04:53
Peterborough
06:45
London Charing Cross
1h 52m, No directThameslinkElizabeth line
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04:53
Peterborough
07:29
London Charing Cross
2h 36m, No directThameslinkGreat Northern
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05:24
Peterborough
07:11
Paris
1h 47m, No directThameslinkElizabeth line
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Peterborough to London Charing Cross train route details

First train
First train
03:23
Last train
Last train
23:58
Departure station
Departure station
Peterborough
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Charing Cross
Journey time
Journey time
1h 25m
Distance
Distance
74 miles
Price
Price
£19.60*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Peterborough to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Peterborough and London Charing Cross, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

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 London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Peterborough to London Charing Cross 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%

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 Peterborough to London Charing Cross, 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%

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 London Charing Cross 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

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 London Charing Cross more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Peterborough to London Charing Cross 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:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.