St Helens to Peterborough by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:56 | |
| Departure station | St Helens | |
| Arrival station | Peterborough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 11m | |
| Distance | 120 miles (193 km) | |
| Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from St Helens to Peterborough
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The train from St Helens to Peterborough usually takes 4 hours 47 minutes on average to travel 120 miles (193 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 11 minutes. You can expect to find 22 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Peterborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from St Helens to Peterborough if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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Cheap train tickets from St Helens to Peterborough
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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