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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Peterborough (PBO)

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38

train journeys
per day

103

miles (166 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

00:53 / 02:17

first / last train

10

direct trains

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough is approximately 103 miles (166 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:53
    5 hrs 16 mins1 change
    06:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    02:44
    3 hrs 52 mins1 change
    06:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:13
    3 hrs 26 mins1 change
    07:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:05
    3 hrs 5 mins1 change
    08:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:12
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    09:06
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:30
    2 hrs 46 mins1 change
    09:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:12
    2 hrs 36 mins1 change
    09:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:43
    2 hrs 57 minsDirect
    10:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:13
    2 hrs 35 mins1 change
    10:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:35
    2 hrs 38 mins1 change
    11:13
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:43
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    11:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:43
    2 hrs 56 minsDirect - overtaken train
    11:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:13
    2 hrs 35 mins1 change
    11:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:43
    2 hrs 58 minsDirect
    12:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:13
    2 hrs 32 mins1 change
    12:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:43
    2 hrs 56 minsDirect
    13:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:13
    2 hrs 35 mins1 change
    13:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:43
    2 hrs 56 minsDirect
    14:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:13
    2 hrs 33 mins1 change
    14:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:43
    2 hrs 56 minsDirect
    15:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Peterborough
    Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
AddressManchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
AddressPeterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:17.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Peterborough, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.