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Get from Leicester to Peterborough
The journey takes about 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Peterborough by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Peterborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Peterborough start from R 178. The average price for this train route is around R 271. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Peterborough?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Peterborough is 56m, covering a distance of 60 km. The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Peterborough route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Peterborough?
The earliest train from Leicester to Peterborough departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 20:15.
Which is the best train operator from Leicester to Peterborough?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Peterborough?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Leicester to Peterborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leicester to Peterborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Peterborough was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 165To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leicester to Peterborough as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 165 to R 295 for a train ticket from Leicester to Peterborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 165, which is on 2026-01-31.
