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Outbound fromPeterborough to Wellingborough by train
It takes an average of 2h 52m to travel from Peterborough to Wellingborough by train, over a distance of around 26 miles (42 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Peterborough to Wellingborough and tickets for this journey start from £19.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:00 | |
| Departure station | Peterborough | |
| Arrival station | Wellingborough | |
| Journey time | From 1h 32m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (42 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £19.90 | |
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How to travel from Peterborough to Wellingborough by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Peterborough to Wellingborough? Look no further.
You'll usually find 18 trains per day running between Peterborough and Wellingborough, which usually take 2 hours 52 minutes to complete the 26 miles (42 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 32 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 Wellingborough by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
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 Wellingborough start from £19.90 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Wellingborough? 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.
FAQs about the train journey from Peterborough to Wellingborough
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Cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Wellingborough
Book in advance
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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 Wellingborough 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
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