How much is the train ticket from Peterborough to Stansted?

The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Stansted start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Stansted?

The average train ride duration from Peterborough to Stansted is 1h 29m, covering a distance of 53 miles (84 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Peterborough to Stansted route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Greater Anglia .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Peterborough to Stansted?

The earliest train departs from Peterborough to Stansted at 7:14am. And the latest train departs at 9:13pm.

What is the best train operator from Peterborough to Stansted?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Peterborough to Stansted?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Peterborough to Stansted?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Greater Anglia , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Peterborough to Stansted?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Greater Anglia , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Train Peterborough to Stansted from $10

Next train departures

Next departures for Peterborough to Stansted on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:13pm	Peterborough	1h 39m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Train	6:10pm	Peterborough	1h 29m	7:39pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Train	4:13pm	Peterborough	1h 39m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	5:17pm	Peterborough	1h 30m	6:47pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	5:17pm	Peterborough	1h 30m	6:47pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:24 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Peterborough to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

50 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$9 - $234	Average Duration1h 29m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $16	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi3.9

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.8

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Peterborough to Stansted by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Peterborough to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Stansted start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Stansted?
The average train ride duration from Peterborough to Stansted is 1h 29m, covering a distance of 53 miles (84 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Peterborough to Stansted route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Greater Anglia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Peterborough to Stansted?
The earliest train departs from Peterborough to Stansted at 7:14am. And the latest train departs at 9:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Peterborough to Stansted?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Peterborough to Stansted?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Peterborough to Stansted?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Peterborough to Stansted?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Greater Anglia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/18

$11

01/19

$11

Today

$11

01/21

$11

01/22

$11

01/23

$11

01/24

$19

01/25

$19

The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Stansted was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $68 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-01-22.