What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £16 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Leicester Square station and arriving at Peterborough via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Peterborough?

The distance between Charing Cross and Peterborough is 78 miles. The road distance is 83.3 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Peterborough without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £16 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Peterborough train from?

Charing Cross to Peterborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Peterborough train arrive?

Charing Cross to Peterborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Peterborough is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Charing Cross to Peterborough.

Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 452+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross to Peterborough?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross and Peterborough. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Charing Cross to Peterborough - 4 ways to travel via train, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Charing Cross to Peterborough by train, rideshare, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
1h 6m
£16–68
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Peterborough83.1 mi
2h
£4
Line 29 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Finsbury Park Station29 / ...
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to PeterboroughHorsham - Peterborough / ...
2h 18m
£23–58
Drive 82.8 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Peterborough82.8 mi
1h 44m
£21–30

Charing Cross to Peterborough by subway and train

373Weekly Services

1h 6mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.6 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Peterborough, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Peterborough every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £20–65 and the journey takes 46 min. Four other operators also service this route.

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