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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Peterborough is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Peterborough is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Peterborough via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Somerset to Peterborough?

The distance between Somerset and Peterborough is 232 miles. The road distance is 184.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Peterborough without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 58m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Somerset to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Peterborough train from?

Somerset to Peterborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Where does the Somerset to Peterborough train arrive?

Somerset to Peterborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Peterborough is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Somerset to Peterborough.

Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 515+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Somerset to Peterborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Somerset to Peterborough by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Peterboroughtrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
4h 58m
£105–177
Drive 183.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Somerset to Peterboroughcar 183.7 mi
3h 37m
£46–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Verriers to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 404 / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
5h 11m
£48–109
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 52m
£98–156

Somerset to Peterborough by bus and train

178Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.1 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Shovel Lane to Peterborough via Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 4h 58m.

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