The average train between Basildon and Peterborough takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Basildon to Peterborough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Basildon and Peterborough. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Peterborough at 3:06 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 54m • 2 changes

2h 7m • 2 changes

1h 53m • 2 changes

1h 57m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Basildon to Peterborough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Peterborough station via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Basildon to Peterborough train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.
Basildon to Peterborough train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Peterborough station.
Book your Basildon to Peterborough train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Basildon and Peterborough is 121.7 km. The road distance is 165 km.
There is no direct connection from Basildon to Peterborough. However, you can take the train to West Ham, walk to West Ham station, take the subway to King's Cross St. Pancras station, walk to London Kings Cross, then take the train to Peterborough.