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Southend Airport to Peterborough by train

First train

08:55

Last train

23:06

Departure station

Southend Airport

Arrival station

Peterborough

Journey time

From 2h 28m

Distance

80 miles (130 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Southend Airport to Peterborough in 2 hours 28 minutes

If you want to travel from Southend Airport to Peterborough by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Southend Airport to Peterborough by train to take around 2 hours 51 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 11 trains per day running on this route, which spans 80 miles (130 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Peterborough. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Southend Airport to Peterborough are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Southend Airport to Peterborough

Want to know more about your journey from Southend Airport to Peterborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Peterborough from Southend Airport?

To get to Peterborough from Southend Airport, why not take the train? With 11 trains per day and an average journey time of 2 hours and 51 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Southend Airport to Peterborough by train?

On average, it takes around 2 hours and 51 minutes to travel from Southend Airport to Peterborough by train, although you can get there in 2 hours and 28 minutes on the fastest services. With 11 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Southend Airport to Peterborough?

The fastest time a train can travel the 80 miles (130 km) from Southend Airport to Peterborough is 2 hours and 28 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Southend Airport to Peterborough?

There are no direct trains that run between Southend Airport and Peterborough. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

Cheap train tickets from Southend Airport to Peterborough

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 Southend Airport to Peterborough 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.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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