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Welwyn to Peterborough Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Welwyn and Peterborough. The average train journey from Welwyn to Peterborough takes 59 minutes, but some Thameslink + Connections train trips are as short as 50 minutes.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 50m |
| Lowest price | $17.73 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Welwyn to Peterborough?
2 train services operate from Welwyn to Peterborough. Thameslink + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thameslink | 1 | 1h 5m | $17.73 |
| Thameslink + Connections | 4 | 0h 58m | $41.64 |
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage within the regions of Kent, Surrey, and Hertfordshire, plus service to London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Welwyn to Peterborough start from $42, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Peterborough. Thameslink + Connections in Welwyn leaves from Welwyn North . And in Peterborough trains arrive at Peterborough Train Station .
From Welwyn to Peterborough train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 0 hours and 58 minutes. If you are looking to get to Peterborough faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 50 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Thameslink + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Peterborough.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Welwyn to Peterborough
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Welwyn to Peterborough on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Welwyn at 2:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Peterborough to Welwyn.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Welwyn?
Main departure station: Welwyn North Train Station
There is one train station in Welwyn.
All train stations in Welwyn:
Welwyn North Train Station
Where is the train station in Peterborough?
Main arrival station: Peterborough Train Station
Peterborough has one train station.
All train stations in Peterborough:
Peterborough Train Station
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