Day trip from Cambridge to Peterborough
Peterborough lies 48 km (30 mi) north-west of Cambridge, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 48 km (30 mi) apart, Peterborough is a realistic day trip from Cambridge: about 47 min each way by road.
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| Cambridge | Peterborough | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 145,674 | 163,379 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | CB21–GL2 | PE1 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Peterborough
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Staying in Peterborough
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Common questions
How far is Peterborough from Cambridge?
48 km (30 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Cambridge; by road roughly 59 km (37 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Peterborough by road?
About 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cambridge and Peterborough?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.