How much does a train ticket from Peterborough to Manchester cost?

The average train ticket price from Peterborough to Manchester is $103. The best way to find train tickets from Peterborough to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Peterborough to Manchester?

A train trip between Peterborough and Manchester is around 3h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 104 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Peterborough and Manchester?

The number of trains from Peterborough to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Peterborough to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Robinsons Brewery Visitor Centre, Manchester City Football Club, National Football Museum, Coronation Street The Tour, Chinatown.

Trains from Peterborough to Manchester | East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry

Compare 3 ways to go from Peterborough to Manchester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $33	Average Duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$36 - $136	Average Duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$33 - $33	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Peterborough to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 25mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Peterborough to Manchester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$103

Average train trip duration3h 11m

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure7:24am

Distance103 miles (166 km)

Latest train departure6:29pm

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/540 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Peterborough to Manchester Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/16

$99

05/17

$98

Today

$42

05/19

$45

05/20

No data

05/21

$98

05/22

$97

05/23

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The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Manchester was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Peterborough to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $42 to $99 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-05-19.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Peterborough and Manchester is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Manchester.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Manchester you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Peterborough and Manchester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Peterborough to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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