How much is the train ticket from Peterborough to Liverpool?

The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Liverpool start from R 707. The average price for this train route is around R 1 872. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Liverpool?

The average train journey time from Peterborough to Liverpool is 3h 59m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Peterborough to Liverpool route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Peterborough to Liverpool?

The earliest train from Peterborough to Liverpool departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 17:24.

Train Peterborough to Liverpool from R 754

Next train departures

Next departures from Peterborough to Liverpool on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:24	Peterborough	4h 5m	11:29	Liverpool Lime Street	Cheapest
Train	08:29	Peterborough	3h 48m	12:17	Liverpool South Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:29	Peterborough	4h	12:29	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	15:24	Peterborough	4h 5m	19:29	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	16:27	Peterborough	4h 2m	20:29	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:19 PM GMT.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just R 707, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

3h 59mAverage duration

197 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average priceR 707 - R 252 951	Average duration3h 59m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 320 - R 320	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 707

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Peterborough to Liverpool by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Peterborough to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Liverpool start from R 707. The average price for this train route is around R 1 872. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Liverpool?
The average train journey time from Peterborough to Liverpool is 3h 59m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Peterborough to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Peterborough to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Peterborough to Liverpool departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 17:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 1 802

10/12

R 816

Today

R 1 800

12/12

R 1 781

13/12

R 1 754

14/12

R 1 780

15/12

No data

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No data

The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Liverpool was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 816

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

You can expect to pay from R 816 to R 2 296 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 754, which is on 2025-12-13.