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Outbound fromPeterborough to Coventry by train
It takes an average of 3h 6m to travel from Peterborough to Coventry by train, over a distance of around 55 miles (88 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Peterborough to Coventry and tickets for this journey start from £17.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:00 | |
| Departure station | Peterborough | |
| Arrival station | Coventry | |
| Journey time | From 1h 48m | |
| Distance | 55 miles (88 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £17.60 | |
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Taking the train from Peterborough to Coventry in 1 hour 48 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Peterborough to Coventry? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 6 minutes to travel the 55 miles (88 km) from Peterborough to Coventry by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 48 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Peterborough to Coventry in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £17.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Coventry by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Coventry
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Coventry 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.