What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Peterborough?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Peterborough is to bus and train which costs £29 - £50 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Peterborough?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Peterborough is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Peterborough?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Peterborough. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Manchester to Peterborough?

The distance between Manchester and Peterborough is 140 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Peterborough without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Peterborough without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Peterborough?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Manchester to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Peterborough train from?

Manchester to Peterborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Peterborough train arrive?

Manchester to Peterborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Peterborough is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Manchester to Peterborough.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Peterborough?

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 503+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Manchester to Peterborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Peterborough by train, bus, or car

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 31m
£40–69
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
3h 56m
£30–50
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Peterboroughcar 130 mi
2h 25m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 59m
£60–85
Train via Hinckley
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 8m
£59–95

Manchester to Peterborough by train

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Peterborough, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough via Doncaster in around 2h 31m.

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