The average train between Runcorn and Peterborough takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 hourly between Runcorn and Peterborough. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Peterborough at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Peterborough station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Runcorn to Peterborough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Runcorn to Peterborough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Peterborough station.
Book your Runcorn to Peterborough train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Runcorn and Peterborough is 187 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Peterborough via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 4h 3m.