Peterborough to London Trains From €16.12*

You’ve got a good deal of options for trains from Peterborough to London. Services run throughout the day with varied timetables, onboard experiences and arrival points. Select the best option using the comparison table below.

• LNER is a convenient choice with up to four hourly departures and highly rated amenities and benefits - especially if you’re getting a Peterborough to London First Class train ticket.
• Grand Central provides cheaper services that are often the fastest, but only two trains run a day from Monday to Saturday at 13:19 and 17:57 (17:53 on Saturday). That means you’ll also have to rule out the operator if you’re travelling on Sunday.
• Thameslink is a reliable choice no matter when you set off. The company mainly serves London St Pancras International station between 04:19 and 21:23, Monday to Saturday. Trains terminate across the road at London Kings Cross all day on Sunday (08:43 – 22:55), as well as from 22:23 to 03:23, Monday to Saturday.
• Great Northern trains are ideal for reaching the capital before office hours. Board one of the five weekday services from 05:43 to 07:37 or the three hourly departures between 08:05 and 10:05 on Saturdays and from 09:00 to 11:00 on Sundays. Compare the fares - there are usually faster and cheaper LNER trains around the same time.

The journey from Peterborough to London is a quick, hassle-free hop for commuters, tourists and fans alike. Discover our local station and route secrets for the best experience across each of the 74 miles (120 kilometres) between the cities.

Peterborough: Getting to the platform

Located less than ten minutes from the cathedral and high street on foot, Peterborough station is easily accessible. Arrive from all corners of the city - from Eastgate to Fletton - by local bus or on foot.

• Platforms 1–3: Most trains from Peterborough to London depart from platform 1, 2 or 3. Be sure to check the departure boards. While you wait, you can take a seat at Café Local or the sheltered waiting area between platforms 2 and 3.
• Station refreshments: A range of coffee shops and food kiosks like the Station Express Café and the West Cornwall Pasty Company are open throughout the day, serving Cornish pasties, sweet treats and warming drinks.

On board trains from Peterborough to London

Zoom down the East Coast Main Line and arrive in half the time it would take to drive. From the air conditioning to the at-seat charging points and free onboard Wi-Fi, the Peterborough to London train is the ultimate way to travel.

• A mix of scenery: After leaving Peterborough, the lush greenery of the Cambridgeshire countryside is dotted with farmland, towns and suburbs. As the train approaches London, the skyline rises, passing towers and the Emirates Stadium. Sit on the left side of the train on all services to see it all.
• Drinks and nibbles delivered: If you’re on a LNER or Grand Central train, refreshments are available to order straight to your seat. Peterborough to London First Class passengers benefit from complimentary food and drinks.

Arriving at London Kings Cross

The vast majority of Peterborough to London trains will terminate at London Kings Cross, one of the busiest stations in the country.

• More First Class perks: Passengers alighting from an LNER Peterborough to London First Class service have got an extra hour to enjoy more refreshments at the First Class lounge.
• A little bit of magic: Kings Cross is home to a special platform. Snap a photo with the trolley entering Platform 9¾ before browsing the range of souvenirs from the adjacent Harry Potter Shop.
• Main exit: Located by Kings Cross Square, the main way out of the station takes you to the Real Food street market and the London Underground station. You can also catch the Tube using the escalators indoors.
• Pancras Road exit: Use this exit to cross the road and reach London St Pancras station, offering more National Rail and international Eurostar services.
• Kings Boulevard exit: Head this way for Coal Drops Yard and the Regent’s Canal. 
• Transport links: The Kings Cross area is surrounded by iconic landmarks, cultural venues and great things to see and do within walking distance. When you’re ready to travel towards other parts of London, you can easily transfer to one of the six Tube lines (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern, Piccadilly and Victoria). Buses stop on Kings Cross Square and York Way. Around the corner on Pancras Road, you can queue for a cab at the taxi rank.

Arriving at London St Pancras International

• Navigating the station: Thameslink uses platforms on the lower level. Take the escalator or lift up to the ground floor to find the exits and shops.
• Pancras Road exit: St Pancras International’s main exit offers access to Coal Drops Yard and the Regent’s Canal. Passengers changing for trains from London Kings Cross and the London Underground can also use this exit.
• Midland Road exit: Located opposite the main exit, these two wide doors lead to the Francis Crick Institute and one of the taxi ranks.
• Eurostar exit: You can reach the other taxi rank via this exit by The Arcade.
• Western exit: Head to the far end of the station to directly access the Tube.
• Travelling around the capital: London St Pancras International offers more entry points into the London Underground station. The station is also closer to bus stops and cabs on Euston Road and Midland Road.