The average train between Peterborough and Essex takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Peterborough and Essex. The earliest departure is at 3:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Peterborough to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Essex. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Essex station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Peterborough to Essex train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Essex train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Peterborough to Essex train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Peterborough and Essex is 99.9 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to White Notley via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 40m.