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Outbound fromPeterborough to Benfleet by train
It takes an average of 2h 46m to travel from Peterborough to Benfleet by train, over a distance of around 79 miles (127 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Peterborough to Benfleet and tickets for this journey start from £35.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:16 | |
| Departure station | Peterborough | |
| Arrival station | Benfleet | |
| Journey time | From 2h 29m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (127 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £35.60 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, c2c, Great Northern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Peterborough to Benfleet by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Peterborough to Benfleet? Look no further.
You'll usually find 6 trains per day running between Peterborough and Benfleet, which usually take 2 hours 46 minutes to complete the 79 miles (127 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Benfleet by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink or c2c are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Peterborough to Benfleet start from £35.60 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Benfleet? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Benfleet
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Peterborough to Benfleet is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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