What is the best way to travel from Peterborough to Birmingham?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Birmingham from Peterborough. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Birmingham from Peterborough?
You can get to Birmingham with just $108 by taking a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)5h 11m03:23 AMPeterboroughTrain Station8:34 AMBirminghamLea Hall Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) at 8/15/2025 3:23:00 AM to Lea Hall Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/15/2025 8:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 11m
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What are the fastest trips from Peterborough to Birmingham?
You can get to Birmingham from Peterborough in just 5h 11m with a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)5h 11m03:23 AMPeterboroughTrain Station8:34 AMBirminghamLea Hall Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Train Station, Peterborough (United Kingdom) at 8/15/2025 3:23:00 AM to Lea Hall Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/15/2025 8:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 11m
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Bus from Peterborough to Birmingham
What are the most popular stations in Peterborough and Birmingham?
In Peterborough, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Rivergate or Queensgate, while in Birmingham you will be arriving at New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Birmingham from Peterborough? With 1 connections between 1 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Peterborough and Birmingham, you can pay as low as $108 with a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway): you will get to Birmingham in just 5h 11m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Peterborough and Birmingham are GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Peterborough and Birmingham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Eye or to Erdington, and look at flights from Cambridge Airport, and landing at Birmingham Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Peterborough to Birmingham?
The most popular companies between Peterborough and Birmingham, are GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
All you need to know when you travel from Peterborough to Birmingham
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Peterborough to Birmingham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Peterborough to Birmingham
How can I reach Birmingham from Peterborough?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Birmingham from Peterborough.
How far is Birmingham from Peterborough?
The distance between Peterborough and Birmingham is 69.6 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Peterborough and Birmingham?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 19 kgs, and a flight 28 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Peterborough to Birmingham?
You can get to Birmingham with just $108 by taking a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).
What is the fastest way to get from Peterborough to Birmingham?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Birmingham in just 5h 11m with a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).
More routes to Peterborough and to Birmingham
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Peterborough and to Birmingham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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