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Trains from Reading to Peterborough (PBO)

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49

train journeys
per day

83

miles (133 kms)

1hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Peterborough , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Peterborough is approximately 83 miles (133 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 15 mins.

Thameslink, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Peterborough.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:24
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    06:28
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:54
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    06:46
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:24
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    07:50
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:13
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:51
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:57
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:42
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:43
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 2 changes
    12:16
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:20
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Reading
    Peterborough
    Reading to Peterborough

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Peterborough

The travel time between Reading and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Peterborough. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Peterborough.

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