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Outbound fromSouthport to Peterborough by train
It takes an average of 5h 49m to travel from Southport to Peterborough by train, over a distance of around 136 miles (219 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from Southport to Peterborough and tickets for this journey start from £51.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:10 | |
| Departure station | Southport | |
| Arrival station | Peterborough | |
| Journey time | From 4h 11m | |
| Distance | 136 miles (219 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £51.40 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
Taking the train from Southport to Peterborough in 4 hours 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southport to Peterborough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 49 minutes to travel the 136 miles (219 km) from Southport to Peterborough by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 43 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. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Peterborough. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Southport to Peterborough in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £51.40. 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 Peterborough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Southport to Peterborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Southport to Peterborough take?
The average journey time by train between Southport and Peterborough is 5 hours and 49 minutes, with around 43 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Southport and Peterborough by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Southport to Peterborough is 4 hours and 11 minutes.
How much does the train from Southport to Peterborough cost?
Train ticket prices from Southport to Peterborough can start from as little as £51.40 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Southport to Peterborough?
No, there are no direct train services from Southport to Peterborough. Travelling from Southport to Peterborough by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Southport to Peterborough leave?
The first train from Southport to Peterborough leaves at 05:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Southport to Peterborough leave?
The last train from Southport to Peterborough leaves at 22:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Southport and Peterborough by train?
Trains travelling from Southport to Peterborough cover a distance of around 136 miles (219 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Peterborough to Southport.
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