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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Leeds to Peterborough. Traveling by train from Leeds to Peterborough usually takes around one hour and 45 minutes, but the fastest London North Eastern Railway train can make the trip in one hour and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 101 mi (162 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 23m |
| Lowest price | £10.64 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 5 |
Train service from Leeds to Peterborough
- East Midlands Trains tickets: £93 one-way
- London North Eastern Railway tickets: £10 one-way
- London North Eastern Railway + Connections tickets: £69 one-way
- Northern Rail + Connections tickets: £10 one-way
- TransPennine Express + Connections tickets: £25 one-way
Which train should you take from Leeds to Peterborough?
There are 5 train lines with service from Leeds to Peterborough. London North Eastern Railway is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains | 1 | 3h 3m | £92.78 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 4 | 1h 25m | £19.19 |
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 1 | 1h 44m | £68.95 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 1 | 1h 53m | £10.64 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 1h 47m | £24.34 |
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Leeds to Peterborough start from £93, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 East Midlands Trains schedules to Peterborough. East Midlands Trains in Leeds leaves from New Station St . And in Peterborough trains arrive at Peterborough Train Station .
From Leeds to Peterborough train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 3 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Peterborough faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 23 minutes.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Leeds to Peterborough start from £11, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Peterborough. Northern Rail + Connections in Leeds leaves from New Station St . And in Peterborough trains arrive at Peterborough Train Station .
From Leeds to Peterborough train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 1 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Peterborough faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 23 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Leeds to Peterborough start from £24, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Peterborough. TransPennine Express + Connections in Leeds leaves from New Station St . And in Peterborough trains arrive at Peterborough Train Station .
From Leeds to Peterborough train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 1 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Peterborough faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Leeds to Peterborough on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Leeds at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Peterborough. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Peterborough to Leeds.
City Information
Leeds
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Leeds is where you should go if you're looking for action, entertainment, history, and culture in the Yorkshire area. Its vibrant community attracts visitors from all places, especially when sports, theatre, and dance events occur in the city.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the city's remarkable Victorian arcades as well as historic houses and estates. Start your tour at Shibden Hall in West Yorkshire, a landmark built in 1420. You should also drop by the Royal Armories Museum to see a spectacular display of arms and armours used in different parts of the world.
Leeds has long served as a destination for world-class performances and events. Leeds' entertainment calendar is one that never runs dry. Check out the Leeds Playhouse for some theatrical performances and The HiFi Club if you want to enjoy live music 'til the break of dawn.
Travelling to Leeds is scenic and straightforward on Northern Rail. The central train station in the city is located at New Station Street. Additional transportation is offered by the coaches serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable coach tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Leeds?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: New Station St
New Station Street is located in front of the large Leeds Railway Station. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority partnered with Leeds City Council and Network Rail to transform the area outside the station to better accommodate the influx of people catching a train, coach, taxi, or walking to/from the city centre. As a result, you will find an expansive pedestrian forecourt area from the station to the Queen's Hotel and many seating areas. The station's interior offers many opportunities to shop or dine before catching a train. This is where you can find additional amenities, including restrooms and travel information. Several train lines make the stop in Leeds, most notably CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, and London North Eastern Railway.
All train stations in Leeds:
New Station St
Where is the train station in Peterborough?
Main arrival station: Peterborough Train Station
Peterborough has one train station.
Train stations in Peterborough:
Peterborough Train Station
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