What is the cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Manchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peterborough to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Peterborough and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Manchester?

The distance between Peterborough and Manchester is 140 miles. The road distance is 131.3 miles.

How do I travel from Peterborough to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Peterborough to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Peterborough to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Manchester train from?

Peterborough to Manchester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Peterborough to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Manchester is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Peterborough to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Peterborough to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Peterborough to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Peterborough to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 56m
£41–80
Drive 130.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Manchestercar 130.5 mi
2h 26m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 17m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h
£91–310
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Nuneatontrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 7m
£61–96
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 8m
£60–90

Peterborough to Manchester by train

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Peterborough, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadilly via Doncaster in around 2h 56m.

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