4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wellingborough
Cheapest price on Sep 21
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 21
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 21
41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
49 m
Trains on Sep 21
29
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wellingborough will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 29 trains from London to Wellingborough, including 29 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C419022:45 PM0h52London St Pancras International (STP)3:37 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€81One-way0 transfers- C418992:15 PM0h51London St Pancras International (STP)3:06 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€81One-way0 transfers
- C419053:15 PM0h51London St Pancras International (STP)4:06 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€81One-way0 transfers
- C419338:45 PM0h52London St Pancras International (STP)9:37 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€81One-way0 transfers
- C419297:45 PM0h52London St Pancras International (STP)8:37 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€101One-way0 transfers
- W709405:59 AM0h41London St Pancras International (STP)6:40 AMWellingborough station (WEL)€321One-way0 transfers
- C418475:45 AM0h51London St Pancras International (STP)6:36 AMWellingborough station (WEL)€271One-way0 transfers
- C419164:47 PM0h51London St Pancras International (STP)5:38 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€251One-way0 transfers
- C419195:17 PM0h51London St Pancras International (STP)6:08 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€411One-way0 transfers
- C418992:15 PM0h51London St Pancras International (STP)3:06 PMWellingborough station (WEL)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Wellingborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 97 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wellingborough:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wellingborough costing on average €24.
Other travel options to Wellingborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Live departures
London to Wellingborough train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wellingborough trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21139 | On time 9:00 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 9:52 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04191 | On time 9:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 10:21 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70927 | On time 10:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 11:10 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21138 | On time 10:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h55 | 11:34 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21560 | On time 11:00 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 11:56 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70921 | On time 11:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h53 | 12:23 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41865 | On time 11:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 12:40 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70947 | On time 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 12:46 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70924 | On time 12:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h53 | 1:23 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41871 | On time 12:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 1:40 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70952 | On time 12:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 1:46 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70930 | On time 1:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h55 | 2:26 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41877 | On time 1:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 2:40 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21777 | On time 1:56 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h50 | 2:46 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21646 | On time 2:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h46 | 3:17 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41880 | On time 2:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 3:40 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21764 | On time 2:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 3:46 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21660 | On time 8:31 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h47 | 9:18 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41915 | On time 8:44 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h04 | 9:48 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W71000 | On time 8:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 9:46 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21648 | On time 9:32 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 10:23 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41920 | On time 9:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h04 | 10:43 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W71005 | On time 9:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 10:46 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70925 | On time 10:32 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 11:26 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04192 | On time 11:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 11:51 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C41847 | 5:45 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 6:36 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70940 | 5:59 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h41 | 6:40 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets London to Wellingborough by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Sep 26
Sep 27
Why should you book London to Wellingborough trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, West Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from London to Wellingborough.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Wellingborough.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, West Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from London to Wellingborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Wellingborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wellingborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Wellingborough run on average 10 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 40m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from London to Wellingborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between London and Wellingborough from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
West Midlands Trains
Thameslink
east_midlands_trains
Trains from London to Wellingborough
There are more than 50 daily trains from London to Wellingborough, and the fastest journey times are just 41 minutes. With at least two trains per hour during peak times, getting from London to Wellingborough by train is not only the quickest way to travel but also the most relaxing.
London to Wellingborough train times: Daily departures
There are more than 50 trains from London to Wellingborough on weekdays, but services are slightly reduced at weekends. On weekdays, the earliest train of the day leaves London just before 5:00 a.m., and the last train of the day departs at 1:00 a.m. The first train to Wellingborough leaves St Pancras International at 9:00 a.m. on Sundays and has a journey time of 1 hour 7 minutes. All trains are direct, and average journey times are just over one hour.
How long is the journey by train from London to Wellingborough?
Trains from London to Wellingborough are operated by East Midlands Railway, and all services are direct. The quickest journeys take just 41 minutes. With average journey times of 1 hour 3 minutes, passengers will find this is a speedy, reliable, and regular service.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Wellingborough?
Departure train station: All trains from London to Wellingborough leave from St Pancras International Railway Station, which has superb public transport links throughout London and nationally. Kings Cross Station and St Pancras are connected via walkways, so it's a simple matter to stroll to St Pancras from any connecting trains that arrive at Kings Cross. St Pancras International has a variety of upmarket retail outlets, restaurants, luggage storage, and trolleys for passenger use. It also offers free public WiFi.
Arrival train station: Wellingborough Railway Station can be accessed by public buses, and also has cycle storage and car parking. This is a small station close to the town centre, so it's easily possible to walk to the station. Amenities at the station include ATMs, a café, vending machines, and accessible toilets.
Which train companies travel from London to Wellingborough?
East Midlands Railway operates trains from London to Wellingborough, and all services are direct. With journey times from 41 minutes, taking the train is much quicker than struggling through commuter traffic!
East Midlands Railway London to Wellingborough
East Midlands Railway operates regional rail routes throughout England. The company operates high-speed, environmentally friendly trains on several intercity routes. A passenger assist service is available to ensure the smoothest journeys for travellers with disabilities, and East Midlands Railway is upgrading its trains to provide more accessibility solutions. The new high-speed trains will have audiovisual information, along with more space for wheelchairs and accessible toilets.
London to Wellingborough trains: Services on board
East Midlands Railway operates all trains from London to Wellingborough, and passengers can opt to travel first class or standard. The first-class carriages offer ergonomic seating with plenty of legroom, free WiFi, and spacious tables. Complimentary meals and snacks are served to all passengers travelling first class, and quiet carriages are also available if preferred. Standard-class passengers can also access free WiFi, and trolley catering services are available on most services. Some trains have a buffet car serving meals, snacks, and beverages. There is a generous luggage policy on all trains, and passengers can take up to two suitcases and one piece of hand luggage on any journey. Additional charges will be incurred for extra luggage. Cyclists can take bikes on any train, but only two bikes are allowed on each train. Therefore, it's essential to book bike space in advance.
How to find cheap tickets from London to Wellingborough
The best way to find the cheapest train tickets for trips from London to Wellingborough is to book in advance via the Omio website. Slower journeys at off-peak times can also work out to be a lot cheaper.
FAQs: Trains from London to Wellingborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wellingborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Wellingborough
Most London to Wellingborough trains use the London St Pancras International to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wellingborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wellingborough station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Wellingborough from Wellingborough city centre
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough train station facilities and services
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
More options for your journey from London to Wellingborough
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Wellingborough and London
Most popular train connections to Wellingborough
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
