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Peterborough to Croydon Train Schedule
Trip Summary
9 trains operate daily from Peterborough to Croydon. The train trip from Peterborough to Croydon is usually about one hour and 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest London North Eastern Railway train can get you there in as little as one hour and 49 minutes.
| Distance | 83 mi (133 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 49m |
| Lowest price | $43.04 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Peterborough to Croydon?
2 train services operate from Peterborough to Croydon. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| London North Eastern Railway | 3 | 1h 55m | $61.32 |
| Thameslink | 6 | 1h 52m | $90.81 |
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Peterborough to Croydon
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Peterborough to Croydon. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Peterborough at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 9 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Croydon. 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 Croydon to Peterborough.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Peterborough?
Main departure station: Peterborough Train Station
There is one train station in Peterborough.
All train stations in Peterborough:
Peterborough Train Station
Where is the train station in Croydon?
Main arrival station: East Croydon Station
Croydon has one train station.
All train stations in Croydon:
East Croydon Station
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